The NBA modified its rules prior to the 2019-20 season, mandating that players must have their height measured without footwear for it to be considered official.

Victor Wembanyama, the potential No. 1 pick in this year’s NBA draft, has been officially measured at 7 feet, 3-1/2 inches without shoes, making him the league’s second-tallest player. There have been conflicting reports about his actual height, with some sources listing him anywhere between 7-foot-2 and 7-foot-5. Nevertheless, Wembanyama’s towering presence on the court is undeniable, and he is expected to make a significant impact in the NBA. Despite not being able to attend the NBA draft combine due to his team’s ongoing season, Wembanyama’s official height was recorded by the San Antonio Spurs when he arrived in the city for the draft.