Wembanyama Rejects Multi-Million Coca-Cola Deal Over Health Beliefs
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Updated · Yahoo Sports · Jun 6
Wembanyama Rejects Multi-Million Coca-Cola Deal Over Health Beliefs
3 articles · Updated · Yahoo Sports · Jun 6
Summary
Victor Wembanyama turned down partnership offers worth millions from Coca-Cola and other soda brands, according to his agent ahead of Game 2 of the NBA Finals.
Jeremy Medjana said the Spurs star refuses to link his image to soft drinks on health grounds, saying Wembanyama "will never sell soda" because he does not want to harm kids.
The disclosure quickly split NBA fans, with some praising the stance as principled and others arguing he passed up life-changing money or should have kept the decision private.
Wembanyama remains in the spotlight on the court as well, with Game 2 set for Friday night before the Finals shift to New York for Game 3 on June 8.