Victor Wembanyama continues to draw attention across the NBA, but not all of it is praise. As the San Antonio Spurs climb in the Western Conference after several quiet seasons, much of the spotlight has followed the French phenom. While Wembanyama’s defensive impact is widely recognized, questions remain about where he stands as an offensive player.
Nick Wright Doesn’t Have Victor Wembanyama in His Top-10 Offensive Player List
Sports commentator Nick Wright added to that discussion during a recent episode of What’s Wright Show, where he made it clear that he does not consider Wembanyama among the league’s top offensive talents, at least not yet.
“I don’t think Wemby, if we are evaluating just offense, just as offensive players, I don’t think he is one of the 10 best offensive players in the sport yet,” Wright said. “Doesn’t mean he won’t be.”
Wright went on to list 10 players he currently ranks higher offensively, including Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Nikola Jokic, Luka Doncic, Anthony Edwards, and Stephen Curry. He also named Devin Booker, Donovan Mitchell, Jayson Tatum, Cade Cunningham, Tyrese Haliburton, and Jalen Brunson as better offensive options at this stage.
Nick Wright doesn’t think Wemby is a top 10 offensive player in the NBA after his MVP case last night and list the players he believes is better:
– SGA
– Jokic
– Luka
– Edwards
– Curry
– Booker
– Mitchell
– Tatum
– Cunningham
– Haliburton
– Brunson(Via @WhatsWrightShow) pic.twitter.com/fjrI6j2PxG
— NBA Courtside (@NBA__Courtside) March 25, 2026
The comments add another layer to an already ongoing debate around Wembanyama, who is now in his third NBA season. At just 22 years old, the French center has become one of the most talked-about players in the league, largely due to his rare combination of size, skill, and defensive ability.
Standing at 7-foot-4, Wembanyama has established himself as one of the league’s top defenders. He is currently among the leaders in blocks and is considered a strong candidate for the Defensive Player of the Year award. His ability to protect the rim while also defending on the perimeter has made him a key figure in the Spurs’ improvement this season.
On the offensive end, Wembanyama has also shown steady progress. He is averaging 24.3 points, 11.2 rebounds, and 3 assists per game while shooting 50.4% from the field. His three-point shooting has improved to 35.1% on over 5 attempts per game, along with an 81.9% free-throw rate. His offensive rating of 119.8 reflects efficiency, though it does not place him among the very top players in the league.
Despite these numbers, Wright has previously questioned whether Wembanyama can be considered the best player in the world without consistently scoring at a higher level. During a segment on First Things First, he pointed to the importance of regular 30-point performances in that conversation.
Still, Wembanyama’s overall impact remains difficult to ignore. He is not among the top scorers by raw numbers, but his influence on both ends of the court has helped position him in the top three in the MVP discussion. His ability to contribute without having the ball all the time, combined with elite defense and rebounding, makes him one of the league’s most unique players.
While Wright focuses on scoring and offensive creation, others may point to Wembanyama’s complete game as evidence of his rising status. For now, he stands as one of the league’s most impactful young players, even as opinions differ on just how complete his offensive game has become.
