The New York Times – Sports:
Jaren Jackson Jr. is active in the N.B.A. players’ union. His mother, Terri, works for the W.N.B.A. players’ union. When he was elected vice president, she did her best not to embarrass him.
Category: San Antonio Spurs
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Victor Wembanyama Gets Introduction to N.B.A. Fame and Game in Las Vegas
The New York Times – Sports:
Wembanyama had the anticipation of fans and a turn in the tabloids, yet a more modest showing as he learns his new team.
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Victor Wembanyama Has San Antonio Businesses Eager to Cash In
The New York Times – Sports:
The Spurs selected Wembanyama, a French basketball star, No. 1 overall in the N.B.A. draft on Thursday. San Antonio has been celebrating for weeks.
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Victor Wembanyama Picked No. 1 Overall by Spurs in 2023 NBA Draft
The New York Times – Sports:
Wembanyama, the 19-year-old French basketball star, had been perhaps the most-hyped prospect since LeBron James.
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Victor Wembanyama Takes the Subway to Yankee Stadium to Throw First Pitch
The New York Times – Sports:
Wembanyama, the 19-year-old French basketball star, is in town for the N.B.A. draft. At more than seven feet tall, he’s hard to miss.
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NBA Draft Preview: 5 Players to Know
The New York Times – Sports:
Wembanyama, the French star, is expected to be the top pick. But prospects like Anthony Black of Arkansas and Iowa’s Kris Murray can help teams, too.
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How Victor Wembanyama Could Fit on the San Antonio Spurs
The New York Times – Sports:
The Spurs know a thing or two about developing talented big men. But the once-stable franchise hasn’t been good for years.
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NBA Draft Lottery: Spurs Get No. 1 Pick and Right to Select Wembanyama
The New York Times – Sports:
The top pick is widely expected to be Victor Wembanyama, a 19-year-old French basketball star.
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What to Know About the N.B.A. Draft Lottery
The New York Times – Sports:
A draw on Tuesday in Chicago will determine the order for the first 14 picks in the 2023 draft, which will be held in June.