Victor Wembanyama, Chris Paul Disqualified From NBA All-Star Skills Challenge
February 16, 2025
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Chris Paul and Victor Wembanyama were disqualified from the Skills Competition during the NBA All-Star Weekend.
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The controversy came from both players not attempting any of the nine shots at the end of the obstacle course.
The decision immediately proved controversial, with the crowd loudly booing both players during their run.
BOSTON, MA – FEBRUARY 12: Chris Paul #3 of the San Antonio Spurs talks to Victor Wembanyama #1 during the second half of their loss to the Boston Celtics at TD Garden on February 12,… BOSTON, MA – FEBRUARY 12: Chris Paul #3 of the San Antonio Spurs talks to Victor Wembanyama #1 during the second half of their loss to the Boston Celtics at TD Garden on February 12, 2025 in Boston, Massachusetts.
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While Paul and Wembanyama attempted to argue the rule, they were unsuccessful and were disqualified.
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