“Horrified” by what is happening in Minneapolis, Victor Vembanyama rejects political correctness
mardy, Victor Vembanyama appeared in front of the press to discuss several current topics, such as the All-Star game, but also Fr tragic events in Minneapolis. So far, few players and few coaches have spoken on the subject, but like Gershon Yabusele, “Wembi” wanted to share his feelings.
“You know, PR tried, but I’m not going to sit here and give a politically correct answer”, replied Vembanyama. citing Spurs’ communications department. “Every day when I wake up, I watch the news and I’m horrified. I think it’s crazy that some people act like it’s okay, like killing civilians is okay.”
Mitch Johnson and De’Aaron Fox have already commented on the new killing of protesters in Minneapolis by Donald Trump’s anti-immigrant agents, but Wembanyama knows that his voice carries, but also that he is a stranger on American soil.
“I read the news and sometimes I ask myself very deep questions about my life, but I am also aware that saying everything that is on my mind at the moment would cost too much for me, so I prefer not to go into too much detail” he nuances, before discussing the possible consequences his words could have. “Of course it’s scary. I know I’m a foreigner. I live in this country. I’m worried, that’s for sure.”
He also thanked Guershon Iabusele for speaking. “I’m always proud of people who speak their mind, no matter what the subject. And I think that obviously takes courage, but it can come at a price today. Each of us has to decide the price we’re willing to pay.”
2026-01-27 20:55:00
