<p><strong>Victor Wembanyama</strong>, one of the most highly anticipated prospects in recent years, debuted in the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba">NBA</a></strong>’s 2023-24 season following a brief stint in Europe, quickly proving he was ready for the big stage. Now, in his second year, he is already the face of the <strong>San Antonio Spurs</strong>, and those around him—including former NBA player <strong>Jamal Crawford</strong>—are captivated by his unique qualities.</p>



<p>Crawford, who spent time with <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/victor-wembanyama">Wembanyama</a></strong> over the summer sharing insights from his 20-year career, was impressed by the young star’s approach to learning. “<em><strong>Oh my god, he’s a sponge,”</strong></em> Jamal said on the <em>Knuckleheads Podcast</em>, praising Wemby’s eagerness to absorb knowledge.</p>



<p><em><strong>“He’s the most mature 20-year-old that I’ve ever talked to in my life”</strong></em>, Crawford continued. <em>“Like wise beyond his years. Like how he thinks, how he sees the game. <strong>Stuff it took me years to learn, he picked it up in minutes.</strong>”</em></p>



<p>J<strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/jamal-crawford">amal Crawford</a></strong> went further, describing his time with Wembanyama as one of the most impactful moments of his life. <em>“I haven’t said this so I’m going to say this. <strong>It will go down as one of the five greatest basketball experiences I’ve ever had, working with him</strong>, when all is said and done,”</em> he revealed, underscoring the remarkable potential he sees in the young Frenchman.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/en/full/BUS_20241025_BUS_259650_Jamal-Crawford-1024x576_7025c438.webp&amp;width=1024&amp;height=576" alt="Jamal Crawford #11 of the Phoenix Suns during the second half of the NBA game against the Golden State Warriors at Talking Stick Resort Arena on December 31, 2018 in Phoenix, Arizona." class="wp-image-259652" srcset="https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/10/Jamal-Crawford-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/10/Jamal-Crawford-300x169.jpg 300w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/10/Jamal-Crawford-768x432.jpg 768w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/10/Jamal-Crawford-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/10/Jamal-Crawford-740x416.jpg 740w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/10/Jamal-Crawford-490x275.jpg 490w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/10/Jamal-Crawford-250x140.jpg 250w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/10/Jamal-Crawford.jpg 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure><figcaption>Jamal Crawford #11 of the Phoenix Suns during the second half of the NBA game against the Golden State Warriors at Talking Stick Resort Arena on December 31, 2018 in Phoenix, Arizona.</figcaption></figure>



<h2>No small accolade for Wembanyama</h2>



<p>For Jamal Crawford to rank his summer sessions with Victor Wembanyama among the highlights of his career underscores the young center’s unique talent and remarkable potential. Crawford, a distinguished NBA veteran, enjoyed a 20-year career with some of the league’s most iconic franchises, including the <strong>Chicago Bulls, New York Knicks, </strong>and <strong>Golden State Warriors</strong>.</p>


        <div class="wp_fsn_relatedlinks" id="BUS#/nba/san-antonio-spurs-victor-wembanyama-poised-for-major-honors-this-season-says-former-nba-champion"></div>


<p>Known for his dynamic scoring ability and leadership, Crawford was a three-time NBA Sixth Man of the Year in 2010, 2014, and 2016—making his praise for Wembanyama all the more significant.</p>



<h2>How did Wembanyama fare in the 2024-25 season opener?</h2>



<p>Amid high expectations for both Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs, the NBA regular season opener didn’t go entirely as planned. The Spurs fell 120-109 to the <strong>Dallas Mavericks</strong> in a hard-fought game.</p>



<p>However, Wembanyama’s individual performance showcased his potential: <strong>he scored 17 points in 28 minutes</strong>, though he struggled with efficiency, <strong>making only five of 18 field goal attempts and just one of eight from beyond the arc</strong>. Despite the result, his presence on the court confirmed why he’s one of the most anticipated players in recent years, and fans and analysts alike are eager to see how he evolves this season.</p>

San Antonio Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama impresses former NBA star with rare quality

San Antonio Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama impresses former NBA star with rare quality - Bolavip US

miniaturas


<p><strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kobe-bryant" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Kobe Bryant</a> </strong>went down as one of the<strong> greatest players in <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/nba" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NBA</a> history </strong>not only because of what he did with the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/los-angeles-lakers" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Los Angeles Lakers </a></strong>but also for how he managed to inspire so many generations of players.</p>



<p>His determination to be always the first person in and the last person out of the gym and outwork every single hooper on Earth, plus his unmatched character and mental strength, <strong>made him a legend.</strong></p>



<p>That’s why former NBA player<strong> Jamal Crawford</strong> — who went against the likes of <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/michael-jordan" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Michael Jordan</a>, LeBron James, Kevin Durant, </strong>and many others, chose Kobe as the toughest player he ever faced.</p>



<h2>Jamal Crawford Says Kobe Was The Toughest Player Ever</h2>



<p><strong><em>“Guarding him was like no other,”</em></strong> Crawford said. <em>“He was literally the best player I’ve ever played against. He had no fear. He could go 1-for-15 and think he was hot. <strong>His work ethic, his skill. When you knew you were going to play against him, he wanted to take your heart but you lost sleep the night before.”</strong></em></p>



<figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper">
<div class="ck-youtube"><iframe loading="lazy" title="Jamal Crawford Joins! Nuggets Win 2023 NBA Finals | Run It Back" width="500" height="281" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/R9O7u3gnXmw?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div>
</div></figure>



<p>Kobe took several moves out of Michael Jordan’s book, and he was perhaps the closest thing we ever had to him. But more than his moves, his mind games and work ethic <strong>separated him from the rest of the pack.</strong></p>



<p>It’s a shame that life took him away from us so early. But at least we can rest assured that his spirit and <strong><em>Mamba Mentality</em></strong> still live in dozens of hoopers he inspired to get better every day.</p>


Jamal Crawford explains why Kobe Bryant was the best player he ever faced - Bolavip US

Jamal Crawford explains why Kobe Bryant was the best player he ever faced

<p>The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>National Basketball Association</strong></a> has presented multiple changes to the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/NBA-Rumors-Bulls-could-trade-DeMar-DeRozan-to-the-Wizards-20221212-0006.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>individual awards</strong></a> that are given at the end of the regular season. As it happened in the past, both the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/NBA-News-Joel-Embiid-gets-real-on-his-performance-for-the-Philadelphia-76ers-20221213-0057.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">MVP</a> </strong>and<strong> </strong>the<strong> Conference championship awards</strong> received a name after a <strong>legend in the league</strong>. However, there’s a group players that think there’s still something to change.</p>
<p>For example, the <strong>Michael Jordan Trophy</strong>will beawarded to theNBA <strong>Most Valuable Player</strong>, the <strong>Jerry West Trophy</strong> will beawarded to the<strong>NBA Clutch Player of the Year.</strong> The <strong>Hakeem Olajuwon Trophy</strong> will beawarded to the <strong>NBA Defensive Player of the Year</strong>, the <strong>Wilt Chamberlain Trophy</strong> will beawarded to the <strong>NBA Rookie of the Year.</strong> The <strong>John Havlicek Trophy</strong> will be awarded to the <strong>NBA Sixth Man of the Year,</strong> and the<strong>George Mikan Trophy</strong> will beawarded to the <strong>NBA Most Improved Player of the Year</strong>:</p>
<p>As it happened with the <strong>Finals</strong> and<strong> Conference MVPs</strong>, the <strong>Conference title trophies,</strong> there are still people that think that the NBA logo should change. Especially since the matter as part of the racial justice movement promoted by the players, but also to pay <strong>homage</strong> to one of the great players in <strong>NBA history.</strong></p>
<h2>NBA News: Former playerproposes Kobe Bryant as the new NBA logo</h2>
<p>After those awards were presented, <strong>Jamal Crawford</strong>, one of the best sixth man in the NBA history, who has threeSixth Man of the Year Awards, took his <strong>social media</strong> to bring up an idea that has beenin the people’s minds since <strong>Kobe Bryant’s</strong>tragic death in 2020.</p>
<p><em><strong>“Since we’re naming things, perfect time to name Kobe(Bryant) as the new logo for the NBA. Thanks in advance”</strong></em>,posted the former NBA playeron his Instagram. Although hedidn’t won any NBA Championships, heplayed for nine different NBA franchises in the league since the 2000 season through the 2020 season.</p>
<p>Also <strong>Crawford</strong> is one of the <strong>eight players</strong> to have played in the <strong>NBA</strong> through <strong>20</strong> seasons.<strong> Kobe Bryant, Vince Carter,Robert Parish,Kevin Willis,Kevin Garnett,Dirk Nowitzki,Kareem Abdul-</strong><strong>Jabba</strong>rare part of that list with him. So, Crawford knows by first-hand how important Kobe was for the NBA.</p>
<p><span></span> </p>
<div class="ck-related-news">  <span data-src="/usa/contenidos/2022/12/14/noticia_0046.html" data-type="news"></span>  <p></p>
<div id="relatedNews-19">     </div>
<p></p></div><p></p>

NBA News: Former player proposes a major change for the logo

NBA News: Former player proposes a major change for the logo - Bolavip US

<p>What does <strong>Michael Jordan, <a href="https://us.bolavip.com/buscar?q=Kobe%20Bryant" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Kobe Bryant</a>, and Dirk Nowitzki</strong> have in common? They are the oldest players to hit 30, 40, and 60 points in a single <a href="https://us.bolavip.com/nba-t19117" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>NBA</strong></a> game at the latter stages of their careers. An amazing feat as many of the players featured on this list were over 35 when they reached these records.</p>
<p><a href="https://us.bolavip.com/nba/ranking-michael-jordan-toughest-competition-ever-20210217-0007.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Michael Jordan</a> can add being the oldest player to score over 40 points in a game to his legacy of six NBA titles and his Olympic Gold medal. Kobe Bryant is the oldest player to score over 60 points in a single game at 37, not only did Bryant do it well over 30 years of age, but he did it in his final game as a pro.</p>
<p><strong>The following list will feature the oldest players in NBA history to score 20, 30, 40, 50, and 60 pointsrespectively in a single game.</strong> Like we noted before some of the names that will be featured in this list include greats like MJ and the Black Mamba.</p>
<p style="text-align: center"><span></span></p>
<div class="ck-jwplayer" data-media-id="Bmqtb3eo" data-player-id="F20MlldI" id="jwplayer-45">   </div>
<p></p>
<h2>Oldest NBA player to score 20 points</h2>
<div style="text-align:center">
<figure class="image">   <figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" data-height="412" data-width="740" data-size="w:740,h:412" hspace="5" vspace="5" src="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/en/full/BUS_20210310_BUS_169195_vince_carter_crop1615391840516.jpg_22069893_07b3055a.webp&amp;width=740&amp;height=412" width="740" height="412"></figure><figcaption>    Vince Carter (Getty)   </figcaption></figure>
<p></p></div>
<p>The eight-time NBA all-star <strong>Vince Carter </strong>scored over 20+ points in a single game, 21, against the Miami Heat while playing for the Atlanta Hawks at the age of 42 and 37 days. Carter retired from basketball in June of 2020.</p>
<h2>Oldest NBA player to score 30 points</h2>
<div style="text-align:center">
<figure class="image">   <figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" data-height="412" data-width="740" data-size="w:740,h:412" hspace="5" vspace="5" src="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/en/full/BUS_20210310_BUS_169195_dirk_nowitzki_crop1615391731132.jpg_22069893_1afc42a5.webp&amp;width=740&amp;height=412" width="740" height="412"></figure><figcaption>    Dirk Nowitzki (Getty)   </figcaption></figure>
<p></p></div>
<p>While playing for the Dallas Mavericks, <strong>Dirk Nowitzki</strong> scored 30 points in a game against the Phoenix Suns at the age of 40 and 294 days. Nowitzki scored well over 30,000 points in his NBA career and won 1 NBA title in 2011.</p>
<h2>Oldest NBA player to score 40 points</h2>
<div style="text-align:center">
<figure class="image">   <figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" data-height="412" data-width="740" data-size="w:740,h:412" hspace="5" vspace="5" src="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/en/full/BUS_20210310_BUS_169195_michael_jordan_crop1615391647821.jpg_22069893_bb3ae102.webp&amp;width=740&amp;height=412" width="740" height="412"></figure><figcaption>    Michael Jordan (Getty)   </figcaption></figure>
<p></p></div>
<p>What can be said about <strong>Michael Jordan</strong> that hasn’t been said already. At the age of 40, MJ hit for 40+ points while suiting up and coming back from retirement for the Washington Wizards against the then New Jersey Nets. Air Jordan was 40 years old.</p>
<h2>Oldest NBA player to score 50 points</h2>
<div style="text-align:center">
<figure class="image">   <figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" data-height="412" data-width="740" data-size="w:740,h:412" hspace="5" vspace="5" src="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/en/full/BUS_20210310_BUS_169195_jamal_crawford_crop1615391575029.jpg_22069893_d7ce16f5.webp&amp;width=740&amp;height=412" width="740" height="412"></figure><figcaption>    Jamal Crawford (Getty)   </figcaption></figure>
<p></p></div>
<p>At 39 years of age, <strong>Jamal Crawford</strong> scored 50+ points in a game for the Phoenix Suns against the Dallas Mavericks. Crawford played until last year where he suited up for the Brooklyn Nets, and was an NBA sixth man three times in his career.</p>
<p><span></span></p>
<div style="text-align:center">
<div class="ckeditor-em">
<div class="sport-payout-widget" data-default-wager-amount="25" data-entries="4" data-fd-referral="https://servedby.flashtalking.com/click/8/129035;5309851;369307;211;0/?ft_width=1&amp;ft_height=1&amp;gdpr=${GDPR}&amp;gdpr_consent=${GDPR_CONSENT_78}&amp;us_privacy=${US_PRIVACY}&amp;url=28121079" data-market="ML" data-panel-title="Best Payout" data-sport="NBA" data-wager-amounts="10,25,50,100">       </div>
<p></p></div>
<p></p></div>
<h2>Oldest NBA player to score 60 points</h2>
<div style="text-align:center">
<figure class="image">   <figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" data-height="412" data-width="740" data-size="w:740,h:412" hspace="5" vspace="5" src="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/en/full/BUS_20210310_BUS_169195_kobe_bryant_crop1615391487639.jpg_22069893_7f5b3770.webp&amp;width=740&amp;height=412" width="740" height="412"></figure><figcaption>    Kobe Bryant (Getty)   </figcaption></figure>
<p></p></div>
<p>Talk about going out with a bang! The great <strong>Kobe Bryant</strong> said his goodbye to professional basketball with a 60+ point performance for the Lakers against the Utah Jazz. Kobe was 37 and gave the fans a show they won’t soon forget. We all know what happened afterward and the sports world is still recovering from the loss of one of the NBA’s and world sports most charismatic figures.</p>
<p><span></span></p>
<div class="ck-related-news">  <span data-src="/usa/contenidos/2021/03/05/noticia_0016.html" data-type="news"></span>  <p></p>
<div id="relatedNews-94">     </div>
<p></p></div><p></p>

Jamal Crawford

San Antonio Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama impresses former NBA star with rare quality

Jamal Crawford explains why Kobe Bryant was the best player he ever faced

NBA News: Former player proposes a major change for the logo

Who are the oldest players in the NBA to score 20 points and over in a single game?