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SAN ANTONIO, TX -FEBRUARY 7: Victor Wembanyama #1 of the San Antonio Spurs reacts after hitting a three against the Dallas Mavericks in the second half at Frost Bank Center on February 7, 2026 in San Antonio, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ronald Cortes/Getty Images)
The San Antonio Spurs have one All-Star this season, and it’s Victor Wembanyama. Wemby has established himself as the next great NBA superstar in a short time. He continues to change what is possible for a player of his size.
Wembanyama will be participating in the All-Star Game for Team World in the new format that the NBA has created for the All-Star Game. There will also be two American teams in the All-Star Game, as well. While it’s a complicated format, Wembanyama is determined to keep things simple.
Wemby wants to make sure that competitiveness comes back into the All-Star Game. He has given a warning to all of his competitors in the game, as well.
GettySan Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama shoots the ball. (Photo by Ron Jenkins/Getty Images)
Spurs Victor Wembanyama Gives a Warning to Other All-Star Competitors
Speaking after recording 40 points and 12 rebounds against the Lakers, Wembanyama talked about how he will be trying his hardest throughout the All-Star proceedings.
“That comes from the fact that I’ve seen the All-Star game, and obviously, it hasn’t been competitive. I’ve always thought myself that if I was in there, I’m never stepping onto the court to lose or not caring. Just like at home, I’m never stepping into a board game not caring if I’m going to lose. So I’m thinking it’s (not) ok to lose, so I’m going to be out there, I might as well win.”
Wembanyama is extremely competitive, and it shows every time he steps on the court. This is one of the reasons why San Antonio sits second in the Western Conference standings. The Spurs have the third-best defense in the NBA thanks to Wembanyama’s rim protection.
The All-Star Game will not change until players are willing to put in the effort to make things more competitive. Fans will not watch the game if the players don’t care about the results. That is why Adam Silver changed the format again this year.
GettySan Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama looks to pass the ball. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)
The Spurs Hope Victor Wembanyama Stays Healthy
For the first time in Wembanyama’s career, the Spurs have a shot to compete in the playoffs. Wembanyama has failed to stay healthy in the second half of the year in each of his first two seasons. This year, San Antonio is hoping to fix that.
Wembanyama is the key to the Spurs’ contending for the NBA championship. His ability to be the best player in a series is what gives San Antonio the chance to win the West. Offensively, they have been getting better as the season has gone along.
Right now, the Spurs have the ninth-best offense in the league. Getting that number into the top seven would really give them the best chance to win it all. Keeping Wembanyama healthy is the top priority for the Spurs once the All-Star Game is finished.
Wembanyama should get some MVP votes when the end of the season rolls around. If the league MVP changes how they play in the All-Star Game, perhaps fans will be more interested in the product.