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When it comes to sports style, Deion Sanders famously said, “If you look good, you feel good. If you feel good, you play good.” So what happens if you look like a Star Wars character? Spurs star Victor Wembanyama is putting that to the test. On his way to face the Rockets, he debuted his custom “Wookiee of the Year” Nike sneakers, blending his Star Wars fandom with some serious sneaker style for his second NBA season’s home game.
Wembanyama may be hoping the new shoes bring a change of luck, as he had a rough shooting night in the season opener, hitting only 5 of 18 shots in a 120-109 loss to the Mavericks. After a strong finish to his rookie season, the former No. 1 pick faces high expectations this year.
Wembanyama’s Custom Star Wars Sneakers
The “Wookiee of the Year” Nikes sport black leather and a touch of Chewbacca-style fur—an iconic Star Wars tribute. The 7-foot-3 Wembanyama shares a special link with the Wookiees: actor Peter Mayhew, who portrayed Chewbacca, was also 7-foot-3. This playful nod fits perfectly with Wembanyama’s towering presence on the court.
His Star Wars fandom runs deep. Before he was drafted, Wembanyama shared that he planned to make his first NBA paycheck splurge on a LEGO Millennium Falcon set (because, let’s be real, LEGO prices sometimes feel like they require NBA money). He even ranked his top Star Wars films, favoring Revenge of the Sith, Attack of the Clones, and Empire Strikes Back.
And when it comes to Star Wars-inspired basketball lineups, he has it mapped out:
- PG: Yoda (small but wise)
- SG: Han Solo (swift and fearless)
- SF: Obi-Wan Kenobi (steady and strong)
- PF: Darth Vader (dominating presence)
- C: Chewbacca (naturally)
It’s fitting he sees himself in Chewbacca’s shoes—literally.
Wembanyama’s “Logo 3-Pointer” Against the Rockets
The new kicks might just have added some extra fuel. Wembanyama quickly reminded everyone why he’s “Wookiee of the Year” by nailing a logo 3-pointer against the Rockets. With the Spurs sinking seven of their first 10 three-point shots, Wembanyama led the charge for an early lead, proving he’s a force to be reckoned with—even while channeling his inner Wookiee.
