Amazing video has surfaced showing 7ft 3in NBA star Victor Wembanyama participating in a football game.
The 21-year-old French player has been out of action since February due to a diagnosis of deep vein thrombosis.
During the absence of the 2023 No. 1 draft pick, the San Antonio Spurs finished 13th in the Western Conference, missing the playoffs for the sixth consecutive year.
In positive news for Spurs supporters, Wembanyama seems to be back in good shape, as he was seen playing football in Costa Rica.
Standing significantly taller than others, the NBA center was captured on video dribbling the ball, creating a surreal scene.
Wembanyama also effortlessly won a header from a throw-in. His aerial ability would undoubtedly have made him a formidable presence in Tony Pulis` Stoke team from about 15 years ago.
Reacting to the video, former Stoke player Peter Crouch posted a simple comment: “Baller.”
Originally from Le Chesnay, near Paris, Wembanyama is a supporter of PSG.
After being drafted by the Spurs in 2023, Wemby playfully teased his teammate Jeremy Sochan about supporting Arsenal.
Regarding his relationship with Sochan, who grew up in Milton Keynes, Wembanyama commented: “We talk about football occasionally.”
“My team is PSG, of course. Jeremy was probably the first person to welcome me to the Spurs, even before I was drafted.”
“I played against him a long time ago, so yes, we`ve known each other for a while. We get along well, but it`s a pity he`s an Arsenal fan.”
Wembanyama joined the NBA two years ago with the highest level of anticipation seen since LeBron James.
The French national player has since lived up to expectations, being named Rookie of the Year in his debut season and also earning a place on the All-Defensive First Team.
Before his blood clot issues, Wembanyama had been selected as an All-Star for the 2024-25 season and was widely expected to win Defensive Player of the Year.
That award has since been given to Evan Mobley, as Wemby did not meet the 65-game played requirement to be eligible.
In the 46 games he played this season, Wembanyama averaged 24 points, 11 rebounds, four assists, and four blocks over 33 minutes per game.
San Antonio fans are anticipating their player being healthy for next season, potentially joining Stephon Castle and two new lottery picks.
