Victor Wembanyama Becomes Tallest Active NBA Player

San Antonio

The San Antonio Spurs updated his official roster ahead of the 2025-26 season, listing him at 7-foot-5 and 235 pounds. The move makes Victor Wembanyama the tallest active player in the NBA and marks a measurable increase in size since he entered the league.

Key update and immediate impact

Victor Wembanyama was initially listed at 7-foot-3½ and 209 pounds when he entered the NBA two seasons ago. The new listing indicates that Wembanyama has grown 1½ inches and gained 26 pounds since his entry into the league. As a result of the new listing, Wembanyama is now the tallest active player in the NBA, surpassing Memphis Grizzlies center Zach Edey, who remains at 7-foot-4.

Why this matters for the Spurs and the league

The added height and weight strengthen a profile already noted for rare combination of size and skill. Wembanyama possesses remarkable athleticism, fluidity, ball-handling skills, and shooting ability. At just 21 years old, he excels in both post play and long-range shooting, which contributes to his role as a central figure for the Spurs’ plans on both ends of the court.

Historical context

With the new measurement, Wembanyama is tied for the sixth-tallest player in NBA history. He ranks behind Manute Bol and Gheorghe Mureșan (7-foot-7) and Yao Ming, Shawn Bradley, and Tacko Fall (7-foot-6).

Performance and availability

Wembanyama is considered one of the premier young players in the NBA and has the potential to reshape the perception of modern big men. He is a favorite to win the Defensive Player of the Year award due to his size and length. He was named the Rookie of the Year for the 2023-24 season.

Last season, Wembanyama averaged 24.3 points, 11.0 rebounds, 3.7 assists, and an NBA-best 3.8 blocks per game.

His second season was cut short due to a diagnosis of deep vein thrombosis in his shoulder, leading to him being shut down in February. He has been fully cleared to return to action for the upcoming season. Expectations are high for Wembanyama to further improve in his third season with the Spurs.

Summary of measurable changes

The listed changes on the Spurs roster indicate a net gain of 1½ inches in height and 26 pounds in weight compared with his initial listing. Those changes place him at the top of current active player height charts and among the tallest in NBA history.

Additional context for readers

Teams periodically update roster measurements before seasons start, and such updates can reflect continued physical development, re-measurement, or internal team assessments. For San Antonio, the updated listing formalizes a change that will affect matchups, scouting reports, and defensive schematic plans for opponents.