This Tuesday, the San Antonio Spurs played their fourth <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba">NBA</a> preseason game against the Miami Heat at the Kaseya Center, resulting in a close 120-117 loss. However, the final score wasn’t the primary concern for fans. Instead, it was Victor Wembanyama’s visible frustration over a teammate’s decision that caught the attention of many.



Just 30 seconds into the first quarter, Harrison Barnes had possession near the three-point line. At that moment, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/victor-wembanyama">Wembanyama</a> made a quick cut, breaking free from Bam Adebayo and positioning himself under the rim, ready for an easy pass. Yet, Barnes hesitated and passed up the opportunity, opting to hold the ball.



Wembanyama’s reaction was immediate. He clapped his hands and shouted in frustration, clearly displaying his discontent with <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/harrison-barnes">Barnes</a>’ decision. The situation worsened moments later when he attempted a back pass that was intercepted by a Heat player, further souring Wembanyama’s mood.



It didn’t take long for fans to criticize Barnes for his decision-making, adding to what many consider a string of subpar performances recently. On social media, one fan remarked, “How he not see him, Wemby is literally seven foot five with his shoes on?” Another wrote, “Barnes knew he blew it. Even showed it in the lack of confidence he showed in that pass that was a turnover.” A third added, “Barnes doesn’t seem to offer much of anything when he is on the court. I hope his play improves or move him to a reserve roll.”



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><div><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://media.bolavip.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/10/27175118/Harrison-Barnes-1024x576-1024x576.webp" alt="Harrison Barnes #40 of the Sacramento Kings dribbles ahead with the ball against the San Antonio Spurs at Golden 1 Center on December 19, 2021 in Sacramento, California." class="wp-image-254363" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure></div><figcaption>Harrison Barnes #40 of the Sacramento Kings dribbles ahead with the ball against the San Antonio Spurs at Golden 1 Center on December 19, 2021 in Sacramento, California.</figcaption></figure>



<h2>Wembanyama and team dynamics</h2>



Despite an impressive rookie season—where he averaged 21.4 points, 10.6 rebounds, and 3.9 assists, earning the 2024 Rookie of the Year award—Wembanyama has faced rumors suggesting that some <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/san-antonio-spurs">Spurs</a> players have been reluctant to involve him in the offense. These speculations, which emerged last season, have lingered as observers continue to scrutinize the team’s dynamics.


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Earlier this year, Wembanyama addressed the rumors, acknowledging their existence but firmly denying their validity. “Of course, I’ve heard of it, but it’s never been close to reality,” he explained. “I needed time to figure out how I want to play and how I need to play for a team and I guess everyone needed time to figure out how to play with me… No, there’s nobody on that team that doesn’t want to pass me the ball, there’s nobody I don’t want to pass the ball to.”

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The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/sacramento-kings">Sacramento Kings</a> were the biggest surprise last season in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/nba">NBA</a> thanks to an extraordinary core group of players such as De’Aron Fox, Domantas Sabonis, Harrison Barnes and Malik Monk.



In his first year as head coach of the Kings, Mike Brown led the team to a 48-34 record as the No.3 seed in the Western Conference. Though they were eliminated by the Golden State Warriors in the first round of the playoffs, Sacramento will be a contender in the upcoming years.


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However, the West is getting really crowded. <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/bradley-beal">Bradley Beal</a> has joined the Suns, Chris Paul will play with <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/stephen-curry">Stephen Curry</a> and the Warriors and the Denver Nuggets are the favorites to repeat. That’s why the Kings are already making big decisions.



<h2>Harrison Barnes extends his contract with the Sacramento Kings </h2>



Harrison Barnes has agreed on a new three-year, $54 million contract extension in order to stay with the Kings. It was a much needed move for the franchise as the period of free agency is just about to start.


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Now, Barnes won’t leave Sacramento. Though he is one of the veterans in the team, the 31-year old was a key piece in their playoff run averaging almost 15 points per game against the Warriors.


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Furthermore, in terms of reliability, Harrison Barnes played each and every game during the regular season. That’s something you don’t see nowadays. After the move, the Sacramento Kings send a clear message to the Western Conference. They’re ready to take the next step.

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