‘I’M NOT SURE ABOUT HIS CLUTCH GENE!’ Skip Bayless questions Wemby
On First Take, Stephen A. Smith and Skip Bayless join Shae Cornette to react to ESPN's NBA Rank 2026 and debate what Victor Wembanyama needs to do to become the best player in the league.
Rimside Brief
Victor Wembanyama finished the season averaging 25.0 points, 11.5 rebounds and 3.1 assists while shooting 51.2% from the field in 64 games for the San Antonio Spurs. Those numbers place him among the league’s elite forwards and have already earned him a spot in Stephen A. Smith’s top‑three player list for 2026.
Skip Bayless’s question about Wembanyama’s “clutch gene” highlights a common discussion point for a player still early in his career. While his regular‑season production is clear, observers will be watching how he performs in high‑pressure moments, especially as the Spurs look to contend and as the 2026 free‑agency market approaches. Continued success in decisive game situations could solidify his status as a franchise cornerstone and influence future contract extensions.
Written by Rimside from the headline, teaser and our own standings and stats data. It is context, not a copy of the source article.
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