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Obama praises Wemby on podcast, predicts big things for San Antonio Spurs
By Stephanie Koithan at San Antonio Current (alt-weekly)
· June 26, 2026
· 1 min read
Former President Barack Obama spoke on basketball podcast All the Smoke this week, and once again sang the praises of Spurs star forward Victor Wembanyama. “I think Wemby will be as good as we are projecting,” Obama said on the podcast’s most recent episode, which dropped Wednesday morning. “I wa...
Key takeaway “I think Wemby will be as good as we are projecting,” Obama said on the podcast’s most recent episode, which dropped Wednesday morning.
Why this matters in Terrell Hills News
The former President's endorsement of Victor Wembanyama is likely to resonate with San Antonio Spurs fans, who have been eagerly anticipating the young player's impact on the team. As the Spurs look to rebuild and return to prominence, Wembanyama's potential is a major factor in the team's future success. With Obama's praise adding to the buzz surrounding the player, local excitement is likely to grow, potentially boosting attendance and interest in the team. This could have a positive effect on the local economy, as more fans flock to games and surrounding businesses benefit from increased foot traffic. The Spurs' performance will be closely watched by the community, and Wembanyama's development will be a key storyline to follow in the upcoming season. As the team navigates its rebuild, the city will be watching to see if Wembanyama can live up to the lofty expectations, including those of the former President.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 26, 2026 ·
Source: San Antonio Current (alt-weekly) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Former President Barack Obama spoke on basketball podcast All the Smoke this week, and once again sang the praises of Spurs star forward Victor Wembanyama. “I think Wemby will be as good as we are projecting,” Obama said on the podcast’s most recent episode, which dropped Wednesday morning. “I wa...
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