Victor Wembanyama of the San Antonio Spurs is the latest athlete to speak up about the recent civilian killing in the United States. Wembanyama commented on the issue just days after a second American citizen was killed by a federal immigration officer in Minneapolis.
Speaking to reporters after Tuesday’s practice, Wembanyama was asked about his thoughts on the ongoing protests in Minneapolis and across the United States. The Spurs superstar admitted that there was a PR thing for him, but he decided he should speak up about that matter.
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“Every day I see the news, and I’m horrified,” Wembanyama said. “I think it’s crazy that some people might make it seem like or make it sound like it’s acceptable, like the murder of civilians is acceptable. I read the news, and sometimes I’m asking very deep questions about my own life.
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“I’m conscious also, saying everything that’s on my mind will have a cost that’s too great for me right now, so I’d rather not get into too many details. It’s terrible.”
Victor Wembanyama wasn’t the first NBA star to comment on the situation in Minneapolis and the anti-ICE protest across the nation. Tyrese Haliburton called out the federal immigration agency on X, while Isaiah Thomas and Charles Barkley were also pretty vocal about what was happening.
In less than a month, two American citizens have been shot by an ICE agent in Minneapolis. While there has been pushback about the situation from both Democratic and Republican leaders, some people are showing support for what is happening around the country.
United States President Donald Trump has already recalled Gregory Bovino, who has been in charge of ICE’s operations. Bovino will be replaced by Border Tsar Tom Homan, who has already begun speaking with Minneapolis authorities.
Tyrese Haliburton makes Victor Wembanyama prediction
With Victor Wembanyama on the edge of missing out on awards eligibility, Tyrese Haliburton predicted that the NBA will eventually abolish the 65-game rule. Haliburton made the claim during an appearance on the “Mind The Game” podcast with LeBron James.
“I think it’s something that will be adjusted,” Haliburton said, according to FanSided. “I think a big reason for that is Wemby. For him to not be in the conversation for Defensive Player of the Year when there’s a very good chance that he could win multiple over the course of his career.”
Wemby can only miss three more games this season before he becomes ineligible to win an award.
Edited by Juan Paolo David