LeBron James, the seasoned veteran of the Los Angeles Lakers, witnessed firsthand the remarkable performance of San Antonio Spurs rookie sensation Victor Wembanyama at Crypto.com Arena on Friday night.

Despite facing one of the league’s premier defenders in Anthony Davis, Wembanyama showcased his skills with an impressive stat line of 27 points, 10 rebounds, eight assists, five steals, and five blocks, all while maintaining a team-high plus-minus of zero in the Lakers’ 123-118 victory.

Wembanyama’s stellar performance against Davis in his rookie campaign underscores his immense potential in the NBA. Through 51 games this season, he has been averaging a double-double of 20.6 points and 10.1 rebounds per game, leading the league in blocks. His defensive prowess even positions him as a strong candidate for the All-Defensive second team alongside potential rookie honors.

Reflecting on Wembanyama’s future, James, himself a former rookie phenom, sees boundless opportunities for the young player to establish himself as an all-time great.

“He doesn’t have a ceiling. He can do whatever he wants to do with his career,” James remarked. “He seems like he enjoys the game and puts in the work. You got guys in our league that you have to account for any time you get around the rim or around the perimeter in league history. He sits right at the top with all the greats.”

However, James also offered words of caution to Wembanyama, emphasizing the importance of consistency and longevity in the league.

“Guys have come in, but can you sustain it?” James questioned. “The one thing that Wembanyama has above all is his length. He’s special, but he’s not the first guy to make an impact in this league as a rookie.”

Given James’ wealth of experience and insight into the challenges and expectations faced by young players, his praise for Wembanyama speaks volumes about the rookie’s potential to leave a lasting mark on the NBA.