Cornrow Comeback: Victor Wembanyama Steals the Spotlight with Bold New Look at NCAA Championship
The stars were out in full force on Monday night as the Florida Gators faced off against the Houston Cougars in the national championship game. Among the high-profile guests spotted at the event were Houston Rockets legend Hakeem Olajuwon and rising San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama. The duo made headlines as they were captured seated next to each other shortly before tipoff, sharing smiles, handshakes, and an engaging conversation in front of the cameras.
However, what truly caught the attention of basketball fans wasn’t just the meeting of two basketball greats — it was Wembanyama’s bold new look. The 7-foot-4 phenom turned heads with freshly braided cornrows, a dramatic shift from his usual hairstyle. Fans on social media quickly reacted, showering the young center with praise and excitement over his transformation. “Wemby + dreads = [Trophies],” one user wrote. Another chimed in, “Cornrow Wemby!? Aite,” while others simply applauded the fresh style, calling it “tough” and “solid.”
Wembanyama, who was recently ruled out for the remainder of the 2024–25 NBA season due to deep vein thrombosis in his right shoulder, appeared to be in good spirits. The condition, which cut his dominant sophomore campaign short, had raised concerns about his health. Despite the setback, Wemby put up impressive numbers — averaging 24.3 points, 11.0 rebounds, 3.7 assists, 1.1 steals, and 3.8 blocks per game.
His latest appearance, full of energy and style, suggests that the Spurs big man is not only healing but enjoying his downtime, giving fans even more reason to look forward to his return to the court.
