Victor Wembanyama won’t endorse any soda brands — for this simple reason
Victor Wembanyama has chosen not to endorse any soda brands due to his commitment to promoting positive health. His agent stated that Wembanyama does not want to associate his image with sugary drinks. Instead, he focuses on endorsing healthier options and prioritizes his performance on the court over commercial opportunities.
- ▪Victor Wembanyama rejected lucrative soda endorsements worth millions before joining the NBA.
- ▪He endorses Barcode, a plant-based performance drink with no added sugar.
- ▪Wembanyama has deals with several brands, including Nike and Louis Vuitton, but is focused on winning championships.
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NBA Victor Wembanyama won’t endorse any soda brands — for this simple reason By Spencer Brod Published June 5, 2026, 4:56 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google Don’t ask Victor Wembanyama to do any soda ads. Before he even made it to the NBA, when he was earning just $150,000 playing in France, the Spurs star and Frenchman rejected lucrative soda endorsements worth millions. “We’re not gonna mix his image with sodas like Coca-Cola,” his agent Jérémy Medjana told The Athletic. “They all want him, but Victor will never sell soda.
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