Victor Wembanyama’s potential has never been in question. From the moment he stepped on an NBA court, it was clear the Spurs had something special-something rare.
At 7-foot-4 with the agility of a wing and the instincts of a seasoned shot-blocker, Wemby has already transformed San Antonio’s defense. But as Rich Paul recently pointed out on Game Over with Max Kellerman and Rich Paul, there’s still one piece of the puzzle left: efficiency.
And Paul’s not wrong. If Wembanyama finds a way to bring consistent efficiency to his offensive game, the Spurs won’t just be a team on the rise-they’ll be a team nobody wants to see in the postseason.
The Final Step in Wemby’s Evolution
Wembanyama is already one of the most disruptive interior defenders in the league. He changes shots, changes spacing, and frankly, changes opposing coaches’ game plans the minute he checks in. But on the offensive end, the flashes of brilliance have sometimes come with streaky shot selection and stretches where his impact wanes.
That’s starting to change.
This season, we’ve seen real growth in how Wemby approaches the game offensively. The Spurs coaching staff has placed a premium on simplifying his shot profile-fewer forced looks, more high-percentage opportunities, and better reads when defenses collapse.
The result? More efficient stretches, smarter possessions, and a version of Wembanyama that plays within the flow rather than trying to force the issue.
When he’s locked in and playing smart, the Spurs don’t just look better-they look dangerous.
A Stronger Supporting Cast Is Making a Difference
What makes this development even more exciting for Spurs fans is that the team has proven it can win without needing Wembanyama to carry the load every night. San Antonio went 9-3 during a stretch without him this season, and that speaks volumes about how far this roster has come.
Stephon Castle is emerging as a future All-Star, bringing two-way toughness and a growing offensive game. Dylan Harper is showing flashes of high-level upside, and De’Aaron Fox has been the steadying hand this young team needed-veteran leadership with clutch gene credentials.
Now, plug a more efficient Wembanyama into that mix, and you start to see the outlines of a contender. Not in a few years. Now.
Defense First, and Wemby Is the Anchor
The Spurs have leaned into a defensive identity that fits Wembanyama like a glove. They’re among the league’s best in opponent field goal percentage inside the arc, and they’ve become one of the more disciplined teams in late-game situations. That’s not just coaching-that’s buy-in from a young core that understands the value of defense, and it’s being led by a generational rim protector.
Wemby’s presence doesn’t just block shots-it warps the floor. Guards hesitate to drive.
Bigs second-guess their post moves. And now that he’s back in the lineup, expect those defensive metrics to climb even higher.
The Ceiling Is Rising Fast in San Antonio
This is what a team ahead of schedule looks like. The Spurs are winning tight games, showing maturity beyond their years, and developing a young core that already knows how to compete. They’re not just collecting talent-they’re building a cohesive unit with a clear identity.
And if Wembanyama continues trending toward consistent offensive efficiency? Rich Paul said it best: there’ll be no stopping this team.
The Spurs are no longer a "wait and see" project. They’re here, they’re growing, and with Wemby sharpening the edges of his already elite game, the rest of the Western Conference should start paying very close attention.