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With Wembanyama's season now over, the Spurs and the basketball world wait for what's next • Feb. 21, 2025, 10:37 AM ET (AP)
Victor Wembanyama's season is over. What's next for the Spurs star? • Feb. 20, 2025, 9:20 PM ET (AP)
Spurs star Victor Wembanyama to miss remainder of season after blood clot diagnosis • Feb. 20, 2025, 8:57 PM ET (AP)
Wembanyama getting no shortage of well-wishes from other NBA players, coaches • Feb. 20, 2025, 8:47 PM ET (AP)
The idea of a US vs. World matchup in the NBA All-Star Game has some player support • Feb. 17, 2025, 6:00 AM ET (AP)

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Born January 4, 2004 (age 21) • France

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