The NBA Finals are in full swing, and while San Antonio Spurs phenom Victor Wembanyama is putting up monster numbers on the court, another member of the Wembanyama clan is grabbing headlines off it. Eve Wembanyama, Victor’s older sister, has just landed the cover of Hoops Magazine France, adding a stylish twist to the championship series.
Victor, the 2023 No. 1 pick, is averaging a blistering 29.0 points and 9.7 rebounds per game in the Finals against the New York Knicks. He’s been a force, but the spotlight isn’t solely his. Eve, 24, is making waves of her own as the face of the latest issue of the French basketball magazine.
“Eve Wembanyama reveals herself in both her attitude and her game,” the magazine’s caption read, describing her cover as “pure elegance, textures, lines and volumes in the garment that perfectly reflect its energy.” The cover dropped just before Game 4, sparking buzz across social media and basketball circles.
But Eve is more than just a model. She’s also a hooper in her own right, having suited up for France’s U20 and U16 national teams. Her basketball pedigree runs deep, and she’s been a vocal supporter of her younger brother’s journey. When the Spurs drafted Victor in 2023, Eve was right there in the crowd, beaming with pride.
“We’re all so proud,” she told Victor on ESPN at the time. “We’re very happy for you.”
Victor, meanwhile, has been locked in during the Finals, describing the postseason as “a whirlwind.” After a Game 3 win, he told reporters, “Sometimes, I don’t even have time to watch the games back right away. I need some time off to let my brain cool down, recover. Recover as much for the body as for the mind.”
The Finals have been full of drama, from investigations into Victor's shove on Jalen Brunson to Charles Barkley's controversial joke. But the Wembanyama family story adds a refreshing layer of pride and style.
Eve’s cover isn’t just a fashion moment—it’s a testament to the Wembanyama family’s deep connection to basketball. As Victor battles for a title, his sister is making her own mark, one glossy page at a time. Game 4 is set for Wednesday at 8:30 p.m. ET, and all eyes will be on both Wembanyamas.
