France's Victor Wembanyama goes full Space Jam on Brazil in Olympic opener :: WRALSportsFan.com

France’s Victor Wembanyama goes full Space Jam on Brazil in Olympic opener :: WRALSportsFan.com

*clears throat in Millennial*

Remember that one dunk in Space Jam where Michael Jordan’s arm streeeetched all the way to the basket to defeat the Monstars?

Victor Wembanyama gave us a similar moment in real life on Saturday.

In the second quarter of France’s Olympic-opening win over Brazil, 78-66, Wemby elevated to dunk with his arm fully outstretched, highlighting just how stunningly long that arm is:

No need for special effects when it comes to the French phenom.

That was three-time NBA champion Dwyane Wade on the call, who made his TV debut as a game analyst alongside Noah Eagle.

Host nation France is now 1-0 in Group B play. Next up: Rui Hachimura and Japan on Tuesday.

SEE MORE: How to watch Victor Wembanyama at the 2024 Paris Olympics

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