French NBA star Victor Wembanyama speaks out after Border Patrol-involved shooting: 'Horrified'

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San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama said Tuesday he’s been "horrified" with the news in the last few days after the Border Patrol-involved shooting of a Minnesota man.

Wembanyama was the latest NBA player to speak out about the incident that left Alex J. Pretti dead in Minneapolis Saturday. 

The incident sparked widespread condemnation and led to the postponement of a game between the Minnesota Timberwolves and Golden State Warriors.

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San Antonio Spurs forward Victor Wembanyama brings the ball up the court against the Utah Jazz during the first half Jan. 22, 2026, in Salt Lake City.  (AP Photo/Rob Gray)

"PR has tried, but I’m not going to sit here and give something politically correct," he told reporters. "Every day I wake up and see the news, and I’m horrified. I think it’s crazy that some people make it seem like or make it sound like it’s acceptable, like the murder of civilians is acceptable.

"I read the news, and sometimes I’m asking very deep questions about my own life. I’m conscious also that saying everything that’s on my mind would have a cost that’s too great for me right now. So, I’d rather not get into too many details."

The 22-year-old Frenchman agreed there was some fear about speaking out because of the repercussions he may face. He didn’t specify what repercussions.

San Antonio Spurs forward Victor Wembanyama (1) dribbles against New Orleans Pelicans center Derik Queen (22) in the first half at Frost Bank Center Jan. 25, 2026. (Daniel Dunn/Imagn