Par Mathieu Seguin | Rédacteur sport
Victor Wembanyama didn’t shy away from a tough question: naming his dream all-time starting five — all while standing just a few feet from LeBron James. And yet, Wemby answered without hesitation.
Back from his spiritual retreat in China, Wembanyama returned to the spotlight this Saturday with a busy media schedule. After a cool exchange with Kevin Hart on his show, he later appeared on stage alongside LeBron James and Tom Brady for a live episode of The Shop, in front of a packed audience.
Asked about his unique off-season experience in China, Wemby also faced the classic but always difficult question: What’s your all-time best starting five? While everyone has their own opinion, the French phenom offered a firm and thoughtful answer — and yes, LeBron made the cut.
Wembanyama’s All-Time Starting Five
Wemby’s dream team? Stephen Curry, Michael Jordan, LeBron James, Tim Duncan, and Shaquille O’Neal. A mix of basketball IQ, sheer dominance, and championship pedigree. Unsurprisingly, LeBron is in, as is Spurs legend Tim Duncan — one of Wembanyama’s biggest inspirations.
His confident delivery in front of NBA royalty didn’t go unnoticed. Fans appreciated the boldness and clarity of his answer:
@StatKingAI: “A very valid starting five.”
@MaxkwTet: “That’s a solid five, I gotta admit.”
@CurriGoat: “Wemby knows ball.”
@kai2ballin: “I’d just swap LeBron for KD. LeBron doesn’t really bring spacing.”
Wemby’s picks say a lot about his influences. With Curry and Jordan in the backcourt, he opts for elite shot-making and legendary impact. Duncan and Shaq provide inside dominance in different styles, while LeBron anchors the lineup with his unmatched versatility.
The moment went viral online — not just for the picks, but for Wembanyama’s poise. Naming a GOAT lineup with LeBron standing right beside you takes nerve. But the young Spur delivered, once again showing maturity beyond his years and a clear vision for greatness.