Victor Wembanyama, now entering his third NBA season, has firmly established himself as one of the league’s premier talents. With impressive rookie season averages of 21.4 points, 10.6 rebounds, and 3.9 assists per game, the San Antonio Spurs recognized his potential and built their team around him. His exceptional performance has led to comparisons with an NBA Hall of Famer, who responded emphatically to the parallels being drawn.

“They say I’m Wemby, the first, he’s Wemby, the second. But I’m Ralph the first, he’s Ralph the second. I could post-up, I could dribble, and I could shoot outside. We didn’t shoot many 3s when I played, but I’m sure my mindset would’ve been really tough to play and would’ve been at an elite level of the game,” Ralph Sampson said, via Clutch Points.

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