Victor Wembanyama shares NBA Finals moment with Spurs nuns in viral moment
Victor Wembanyama shared a heartfelt moment with the Salesian Sisters of St. John Bosco ahead of Game 1 of the NBA Finals. The nuns, who have supported the San Antonio Spurs for decades, were seen praying with Wembanyama at Frost Bank Center. Their connection to the team emphasizes the importance of sportsmanship and the role models that athletes can be.
- ▪The Salesian Sisters of St. John Bosco have been fans of the Spurs since the 1990s.
- ▪Wembanyama is one of the nuns' favorite players, admired for his respect towards his mother.
- ▪The nuns pray for the Spurs not just to win, but to embody good sportsmanship.
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nba finals NBA Victor Wembanyama shares NBA Finals moment with Spurs nuns in viral moment By Christian Arnold Published June 3, 2026, 11:03 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google The Spurs nuns have been a presence during San Antonio’s run to the NBA Finals, and ahead of Game 1, they shared a viral moment with one of the team’s biggest stars. The NBA’s social media account posted a video of the group of nuns appearing to pray with Spurs superstar Victor Wembanyama at Frost Bank Center on Wednesday. The 7-foot-4 Wembanyama bowed his head and bent over to get close to the nuns as they prayed.
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