Victor Wembanyama’s highly anticipated NBA career has taken an unexpected turn, at least temporarily, due to a rather unusual incident. A video capturing the young star’s reaction to a particularly unpleasant odor during the pre-game warm-up against the Los Angeles Clippers quickly went viral. The footage showed Wembanyama visibly disgusted, shielding his face with a “VOTE” shirt.

Despite the off-court distraction, the Spurs started the game strong, holding a significant lead in the first quarter. However, the Clippers, led by James Harden, staged a remarkable comeback, eventually securing a 113-104 victory. The loss leaves both teams with identical records in the Western Conference.

Wembanyama, while acknowledging the team’s strong start, expressed disappointment over the inability to maintain the lead. He emphasized the importance of sticking to the basics and avoiding unnecessary risks. The young star also reaffirmed his commitment to his three-point shooting, despite the occasional miss.

As the Spurs prepare to face the Rockets, they will look to bounce back from this loss and regain their momentum. Wembanyama, meanwhile, will continue to work on his game and strive to become one of the league’s top players.