As a Northwestern-trained sports analyst, I’ve spent years modeling NBA player behavior through stats. But nothing in my models predicted this: Victor Wembanyama spending hours playing chess with fans at Fanatics Fest. It’s not just charm—it’s strategy. In a world obsessed with win-loss ratios and box scores, here’s a moment that reminds us: greatness isn’t just measured on the court. Let’s break down what this gesture really means—using cold data and warm humanity.