The Detroit Pistons are hoping the lottery Gods are on their side this summer so that they get the chance to draft generational talent Victor Wembanyama.
The word “generational” gets thrown around a little too often, but in Wembanyama’s case, it fits, as he is a 7-foot-4 prodigy that is really unlike anything we’ve ever seen, combining the scoring prowess of Kevin Durant with the rim protection of Rudy Gobert.
His highlights look like something out of a video game, seriously, how are you supposed to stop a 7-foot-4 player with guard handles who can hit floaters from the 3-point line?
Victor Wembanyama @vicw_32 showed out in the last @fibawc Qualifiers window. Some of his buckets are 🤯 Watch him go off again this week as France tips off tomorrow vs Czech Republic 🔥 #FIBAWC #WinForAll pic.twitter.com/hMOcq6r1FI
— Swish Cultures (@swishcultures_) February 22, 2023
Wembanyama has dominated the French league this season and will now get a chance to show what he can do on the international stage against the Czech Republic in the World Cup Qualifiers today.
Detroit Pistons: When does Victor Wembanyama play?
France will play against the Czech Republic today at 12:45 PM ET, so fans who want to get a look at Wembanyama won’t have to wait long.
The game will be played in Pardubice, Enteria Arena in the Czech Republic with France as the heavy favorite. The French are currently tied with Lithuania atop the WC Qualifying tables and will look to add to that against a team they are expected to beat with Wembanyama leading the way.
How to watch/stream France vs. Czech Republic
The game will not be televised in the US, but there are a number of streaming options if you know where to look. I am not in any way suggesting that fans of the Detroit Pistons should use illegal streams, but if you were to search for them, I am sure there are a few available.
There are also sites that sell FIBA World Cup bundles out there, so there will be chances to watch the game for fans who are eager to see Victor Wembanyama in action
The Detroit Pistons will have one eye on the lottery standings for the rest of the season as they try to put themselves in the best possible position to win one of the most important lotteries in recent memory.