NBA star Wembanyama trains with French rugby club
NBA star Victor Wembanyama trained with a French rugby club as part of his unconventional offseason preparation, the BBC reported.
The San Antonio Spurs center joined the rugby side for a full training session this week. Wembanyama said he was inspired by the unity and teamwork of the rugby players.
The 7-foot-4 star is known for his unusual training methods. Rugby’s physicality and team spirit could help sharpen his basketball game.
The session took place in France during the NBA offseason. Photos of the towering basketball player training alongside rugby players drew attention online.
Wembanyama is entering another season as one of the NBA’s biggest stars. The Spurs will hope the unusual training keeps him fresh and injury-free.
Cross-training with other sports is growing among elite athletes. For Wembanyama, rugby’s toughness may be the perfect complement to his finesse.
Wembanyama has tried boxing and martial arts in past offseasons. The Spurs open their new campaign later this month.
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