Juan Núñez, the Spanish point guard, was recently chosen 36th in the NBA draft by the Pacers, although his rights eventually ended up with the Spurs. Wembanyama, a French prodigy, plays for the Spurs as well. This development has sparked speculation that the two could potentially become teammates, making their dream team a reality.
Competing Against Each Other Before
Núñez and Wembanyama first met on the basketball court during the 2019 Eurobasket U16 finals, where Spain defeated France 61-70. Both players were among the top performers in the tournament, and the competition between them was intense.
Outstanding Performance by Núñez
In the final match of the tournament, Núñez had a career-best game, scoring 21 points, grabbing six rebounds, dishing out three assists, and recording six steals, earning a PIR (Player Efficiency Rating) of 21. Wembanyama, on the other hand, had a disappointing outing, finishing with seven points, 12 rebounds, five blocks, and a PIR of 16.
Other Notable Players
Other notable players on the Spanish team included Rubén Domínguez, who was chosen MVP of the championship, and Michael Caicedo. Together, they formed a formidable unit, outplaying their French opponents.
Ideal Quintet Selection
Both Núñez and Wembanyama were selected for the tournament’s ideal quintet. Their posed photo together seems like an omen, foreshadowing their potential future as teammates at the Spurs.
Tournament Statistics
During the tournament, Núñez averaged 10.6 points, 4.1 rebounds, 3.7 assists, and a PIR of 10.9. Wembanyama, on the other hand, had averages of 9.0 points, 9.6 rebounds, 5.3 blocks, and a PIR of 19.6.
The Possibility of Teammate
Now, after the intriguing possibilities have been presented, ‘Wemby’ and ‘Juanito’ may soon find themselves sharing a court as teammates at the Spurs, exemplifying the unpredictable nature of basketball.