Victor Wembanyama turned heads during warmups ahead of the NBA Cup semifinals against OKC, but not in the way some expected.
A clip shared by @overtime showed Wembanyama hanging from the rim by his elbow after a dunk, prompting an immediate wave of reactions. The caption simply read, “Bro wat?” and NBA Fans quickly filled the replies with concern, jokes, and eye-rolls.
For some NBA Fans, the timing was the real issue. @A11Bets pointed out, “6 months after a shoulder blood clot [crying emoji],” referencing Wembanyama’s recent health scare and return to play.
He’s 8 feet tall.. pic.twitter.com/KS9whEwBgJ
— zach takusi (@zachtakusi) December 15, 2025
The comment reflected a broader worry that showy moments during shootaround were unnecessary, especially for a player coming off a serious condition. NBA Fans questioned why any risk was worth taking before such a big game.
Others were far less impressed. @zachtakusi brushed it off with, “He’s 8 feet tall..,” paired with a GIF of an unimpressed Stanley from The Office.
Many NBA Fans echoed that sentiment, noting they have seen flashier dunks from much shorter players across the league. To them, the moment felt more awkward than exciting.
The divide was clear. One side saw a young star having fun and feeling healthy. The other saw a franchise player drawing attention for the wrong reasons. This moment isn’t just about a dunk or a hang on the rim. For NBA Fans, it touched on durability, maturity, and how much freedom a player should take during warmups.
In the end, NBA Fans largely downplayed the clip itself, but the context kept it alive. With Wembanyama’s health history still fresh, every small action gets magnified, even ones meant to be playful.
NBA Fans Flip The Script As Spurs Advance Past OKC In NBA Cup Semis
Any doubts around Victor Wembanyama faded quickly once the game tipped off.
The San Antonio Spurs edged out OKC 111–109 in the NBA Cup semifinals, and the official @spurs account celebrated with, “GO SPURS GOOOOO!!! [speaking emoji],” alongside their win poster dated December 13, 2025.
GO SPURS GOOOOO!!! 🗣️@FrostBank | #sponsored pic.twitter.com/CQTpO6ft6A
— San Antonio Spurs (@spurs) December 14, 2025
NBA Fans who were critical hours earlier shifted their tone almost instantly.
Praise poured in after the final buzzer. @theroyalkop declared, “Wemby is easily the best player in the world. Outplayed shai today.”
While that claim sparked debate, many NBA Fans agreed that Wembanyama delivered when it mattered most. The focus moved away from shootaround antics and onto results.
Another reaction from @TheGameHuntah captured the mood shift: “Great win ! The biggest in so many years ! This team is ready to play for the title !”
NBA Fans rallied around the idea that the Spurs are no longer just rebuilding but competing on a big stage again.
What stood out was how fast the narrative changed. NBA Fans went from nitpicking a warmup clip to celebrating a statement win in less than 24 hours. The elbow hang became an afterthought once the scoreboard told a different story.
For NBA Fans, winning fixes almost everything. Health concerns still linger, but performances like this quiet the noise. As long as Wembanyama keeps delivering in games that count, NBA Fans seem willing to let the small moments slide and focus on what really matters.
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