Trevor Ariza weighed in on Shaquille O’Neal’s comparison between Victor Wembanyama and Bol Bol during an appearance on Club Shay Shay. Ariza acknowledged the similarity in their skills, noting Bol Bol’s exceptional talent and versatility on the court. Ariza, however, highlighted his limited exposure to Bol Bol as a teammate or in a shared space where he could delve deeper into the reasons for Bol Bol’s playing time or lack thereof.
“I understood what he was saying, completely, because Bo Bo got super skill, super talented.”
“I mean, I haven’t been around him as a teammate or seen him, or you know, been in a space where I can like, get a ear to why he don’t play, but I can see him being similar. Like the times that he did play last year or when he was in Orlando.”
“The stretch that he played, he was killing. So I understand the comparison.”
Victor Wembanyama vs @KDTrey5 – Who's a better scorer?
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— Club Shay Shay (@ClubShayShay) December 3, 2023
Shaquille O’Neal’s comparison sparked a lively debate on TNT’s halftime coverage, particularly with Charles Barkley expressing disbelief at the pairing. Reggie Miller chimed in, praising Wembanyama as a unique prospect, prompting Shaq to assert that Bol Bol had already demonstrated similar skills, which left Barkley astonished.
In response to Barkley’s skepticism, Shaq emphasized Wembanyama’s superior consistency compared to Bol Bol. Despite the ongoing debate, Shaquille O’Neal has stood firm on his comparison, asserting that Wembanyama is not the first 7-foot-5 player to exhibit such skills, as Bol Bol had previously showcased similar abilities.
The conversation around this comparison extends beyond verbal jousting, as the performance of Wembanyama in the NBA has become a subject of scrutiny and analysis. Despite the ongoing debate, Shaquille O’Neal remains resolute in his assertion that Wembanyama and Bol Bol share comparable skills on the basketball court.
There Is A Reason Bol Bol Has Not Gotten Playing Time
Bol Bol’s limited playing time over four seasons, accumulating only 1,840 minutes raises questions about his role and performance in the NBA. His most substantial playing time came during the 2022-23 season with the Orlando Magic, where he averaged 21.5 minutes per game.
Despite the increased playing time, Bol Bol’s statistics were subpar, with averages of 9.1 points, 5.8 rebounds, and 1.0 assists per game. His shooting percentages were 54.6% from the field and 26.5% from three-point range, indicating inconsistencies and room for improvement in his overall game.
On the other hand, Victor Wembanyama, touted as the most significant prospect since LeBron James, has made a significant impact in his rookie season. The 2023 number-one draft pick has showcased impressive stats, averaging 19.3 points, 9.7 rebounds, and 2.6 assists per game.
Despite shooting 43.7% from the field and 27.1% from three-point range, Victor has been a force on the court, tallying 540 minutes in just 18 games. His early success suggests a promising future and has led to speculation that he might surpass Bol Bol’s total playing time within a single season.
Comparing Bol Bol and Victor Wembanyama becomes somewhat irrelevant given their divergent trajectories. Victor’s stellar rookie season and Bol Bol’s struggle to secure consistent playing time underscore the apparent reasons behind Bol Bol’s limited court appearances. The contrast in their performances highlights the potential factors contributing to Bol Bol’s reduced role in the league.
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