Tracy McGrady calls on Victor Wembanyama to dominate Thunder

Tracy McGrady urged Victor Wembanyama to continue attacking the paint in order to help dominate the Oklahoma City Thunder. In Game 6 of the Western Conference Finals, the San Antonio Spurs showcased a dominant performance, primarily due to Wembanyama’s aggressive play early in the game, which left the Thunder unable to find an answer for the 7'5" French star. Following a loss in Game 5, head coach Mitch Johnson and the Spurs sought a strong response from their superstar, and Wembanyama delivered, showing impressive skills right from the start.

As the leading player for the Spurs, Wembanyama always has a target on his back, making him a focal point on the court. While the Thunder managed to slow him down at times, they failed to fully contain his effectiveness. McGrady wanted Wembanyama to maintain his aggressive style to ensure the Spurs continue to secure victories. Wembanyama has the potential to be a dominant force, equipped with a complete set of skills needed to excel. Despite considerations for fatigue and the physicality of the playoffs, everything should be leveraged in a pivotal Game 7.

McGrady pointed out that the Spurs often struggle when Wembanyama is not aggressive enough. He emphasized the importance of starting each game with an attack inside rather than relying on three-point shots that may not always land. He stated on the NBC broadcast panel, "I think Wemby should start inside because if you start out here and that shot is not falling, it's an avalanche going the other way. It's gotta be a slow pace with Wemby inside controlling that, getting that tempo and establishing that inside, and then he can step out."

Given Wembanyama's aggressiveness, it becomes considerably challenging for opponents like the Thunder to beat the Spurs. Wembanyama’s presence allows the rest of the Spurs team to capitalize on opportunities with him drawing attention. An aggressive Wembanyama could be a game-changer, and the Thunder will need to be mindful of this dynamic in their critical Game 7.