Victor Wembanyama Holds Back Tears After NBA Cup Loss Due to Death in His Family: 'I Just Lost Somebody Today'

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• The room full of media remained quiet, until he opened up about what was on his mind."I'm sorry.
• I just lost somebody today," he shared, trying not to cry. After taking his moment, Wembanyama said he'll "take one more question" from the reporters. Adam Pantozzi/NBAE via Getty Victor Wembanyama playing the New York Knicks on Dec.
• 16The third-year player then shared what he'll learn from the Spurs' loss to the Knicks "in a game that counts but doesn't" and how they'll grow as a team."I guess it's the best to practice for important games because of course our focus is already on the playoffs," the athlete said.
• "It's going to be the biggest time of the year, so it's good that we got this experience today."AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementNever miss a story — sign up for PEOPLE's free daily newsletter to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer​​, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories.
• Steve Marcus/Getty Victor Wembanyama faces the New York Knicks on Dec.