"It's very possible that he'll be the face of basketball. Not just NBA basketball, but world basketball," said Pacers coach Rick Carlisle.

Victor Wembanyama is losing his patience. The best young star in the NBA is having a huge second season, averaging a double-double while leading the league in blocks. But the 7ft 3in French native

Wemby's frustrations came to a head midway through the third quarter when he was sent flying to the court after being hip-checked by Zubac. In the previous play, Wemby blocked Zubac's attempted dunk but the latter thought he was fouled. This led to Zubac flailing his arms in frustration before running back on defense and shoving Wemby.

But beyond the final score, the game’s biggest talking point came when Spurs rising star Victor Wembanyama found himself on the receiving end of a hard shove from Clippers center Ivica Zubac. The moment led to a rare visible frustration from Wembanyama, who attempted to confront Zubac before being held back by teammates and coaches.

The San Antonio Spurs ' Harrison Barnes knocked down a three-pointer as Zubac sent Wembanyama flying into his own bench as the shot went through the net. Wembanyama quickly got up to chase after Zubac but was stopped by coaches and teammates. No technical fouls were handed out following the play.

San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama charged at an opponent during Wednesday's game after getting knocked down.

The 2024-25 NBA All-Star starters were announced on Thursday, and they were predictable selections with Stephen Curry, LeBron James and Kevin Durant -- the oldest of the old guard

The Atlanta Hawks were dealt a massive blow as Jalen Johnson will undergo a season-ending shoulder injury, leaving them without their second-best player for the rest of the campaign.

If there was any fear about Victor Wembanyama's adjustment to the NBA, it had to do with his frame. Wembanyama is one of the NBA's tallest players at 7-foot-3, but he is very skinny for his height and will almost certainly bulk up with more time in San Antonio's strength and conditioning program.

Spurs star Victor Wembanyama believes the NBA officials' lack of foul calls against his opponents is "unfair" to him at times.

As the San Antonio Spurs resume their regular season following a trip to France, Victor Wembanyama reflects on his trip home.