NBA – “This guy is more physically impressive than Wembanyama. There’s no question about it!”
Even before he arrived in the United States, Victor Wembanyama was making headlines thanks to a physique that was unique in the history of his sport. But according to fans, he is far from being the most impressive. Fans clearly prefer his opposite.
Since his arrival in the NBA, Victor Wembanyama has been making headlines with his extraordinary actions. Because before him, no 2m24 player had ever been able to do what he does with a ball in his hands. He shoots from midfield, does stepbacks, dribbles like a guard, can dunk over any defender… In a word, he is unique.
In fact, and in a diametrically opposed way, he stands out as much as Muggsy Bogues, 1m60 and 14 seasons in the league. A size that didn’t stop him from averaging 10.8 points, 10.1 assists and 4.1 rebounds in his best season! These two extreme profiles found themselves at the heart of a heated debate across the Atlantic:
Wembanyama or Bogues, who is more impressive?
What is more impressive? A 2m24 guy who makes 3-point shots or a 1m60 guy who spent 14 seasons in the NBA? 🤔
Victor Wembanyama is the product of an era. He grew up watching Kevin Durant play, taking inspiration from Stephen Curry, which may explain his love of the 3-point shot. Besides, other players with his profile could soon arrive in the league. On the other hand, it is very unlikely to see a Muggsy Bogues again. This is what makes the difference for fans, especially in this first response to the 160,000 likes on X:
@2ndCaptainFly: Muggsy is more impressive than Wembanyama, there is no question. We will never see a 5’3 player in the NBA again!
@akw257: Muggsy played in the best high school in the United States, and he was so strong that NBA scouts had to overlook his small size. He was so fast and explosive that defenders couldn’t keep up with him.
@krobits: Dunking when you’re 5’3 is more impressive than any 3-pointer.
@Joeypete2301: Playing in a league where you’re a head or two shorter than your opponents means you have extraordinary qualities.
Victor Wembanyama is impressive, but his success is also conditioned by an advantageous physique. Conversely, Muggsy Bogues had to fight his entire life to make a place for himself among the NBA giants, which commands respect.
