Luka Doncic backs bold Kyrie Irving vs Victor Wembanyama showdown
Luka Doncic has thrown his support behind a potential new stars-only spectacle: a one-on-one showdown between Kyrie Irving and Victor Wembanyama during the upcoming NBA All-Star Weekend. Speaking on Hot Ones, Doncic said he believes those two would make for an electrifying duel, thanks to Kyrie's elite isolation skills and Wembanyama's rare size and versatility. The idea comes amid rumors the league is considering a one-on-one tournament as a fresh feature to reinvigorate All-Star Weekend. With fans and players alike seeking more competitive formats, Doncic's nomination of this specific pairing adds weight and intrigue to the evolving conversation. Quando pressed on whom else might deserve a spot, Doncic stuck to his guns: Wembanyama is a lock because "you really can't score on him" in isolation, and Kyrie deserves inclusion given his signature offensive repertoire. The matchup, he believes, would play […]