NBA – After Chet Holmgren’s title win, the shot at Wembanyama that doesn’t sit well

Par Mathieu Seguin | Rédacteur sport

For the past several hours, a message has been circulating on social media about Victor Wembanyama. With Chet Holmgren having just won the title with the Thunder, some NBA fans didn’t miss the opportunity to throw shade at the French star. The rivalry between the two big men—often compared since their arrival in the league—has once again become a hot topic.

Although Holmgren is now an NBA champion, his impact on the series was limited. The big man didn’t shine statistically or dominate on the court, with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and other teammates carrying the Thunder to the top. Still, some users couldn’t help but take jabs at Wembanyama.

On X, one post read:

“I’m sure Wemby is losing it watching Chet win the title.”

A light joke, but one that reflects the ongoing narrative between the two young talents. Wembanyama, who just finished a historically impressive rookie campaign, is still chasing collective success, making him a target for these taunts.

Wembanyama dragged into Holmgren debate

Among French fans and neutral observers, many are quick to point out that Wembanyama delivered a historic individual season despite a limited supporting cast. The Spurs, still in a rebuilding phase, aren’t yet at the same level as a team like the Thunder, which is far more equipped to contend right now.

Some analysts argue that these comparisons are pointless, given how different the situations are. Wembanyama is the unquestioned leader of his team and carried San Antonio throughout the year. Holmgren, by contrast, is still more of a complementary piece in an already well-structured system. The expectations and pressure aren’t comparable, and it’ll take several seasons before any real conclusions can be drawn.

@tvBartonek: “Why would Wemby care about a role player winning a ring?”

Comments like this highlight the impatience of certain fans. But the Spurs remain confident in their long-term project and Wembanyama’s development. With recent acquisitions like De’Aaron Fox and Stephon Castle, San Antonio is finally building a true competitive team around its franchise player.