Victor Wembanyama just absolutely dominated the NBA GM survey, pulling in a staggering 77% of the votes for MVP. When the league’s top decision-makers overwhelmingly point to one guy, you know it’s not just talk, and it signals that the Spurs’ superstar is locked and loaded for his first individual crown. After falling short to the Knicks in the Finals last season, it feels like the entire league is now betting big on San Antonio, and especially on Wemby, to take that final step.
Spurs Are the Heavyweights, Thunder Still Lurking
It’s official: 50% of the league’s general managers are backing the San Antonio Spurs to win the 2027 NBA title. Think about that for a second! That’s half the GMs saying the trophy is headed to Texas, a huge vote of confidence after their Finals run. They’re not the only ones in the mix, though. The Thunder nabbed 43% of the votes, showing they’re still very much considered contenders, even if that’s a sharp drop from the 80% they commanded last season. The Knicks and even the 76ers also got some shout-outs, but make no mistake, it’s the Spurs and OKC that are at the top of everyone’s minds. It’s wild to see how quickly opinions can shift in just one season, especially after the Thunder were the heavy favorites a year ago.
Wemby’s Reign Is Here, And He’s Dominating Everywhere
Forget any doubt, Wembanyama is the real deal, and the GMs know it. Beyond the 77% MVP vote, this dude was everywhere in the survey. Last season, he put up ridiculous numbers: 25 points, 11.5 rebounds, 3.1 blocks, and 3.1 assists. Oh, and he became the first player in NBA history to win Defensive Player of the Year *unanimously*. Unanimously! That’s unheard of. The survey just confirms what we all saw: he’s a game-changer. GMs picked him first for MVP, first for who they’d start a franchise with (93%!), first for who forces the most opposing coach adjustments (47%), first for best international player (53%), first for best defensive player (97%), first for best interior defender (97%), and first for most versatile (57%). He even got second place votes for both best power forward and best center. This isn’t just about statistics, it’s about his fundamental impact on the game, and the league knows it.
Harper Ready to Blow Up? Keep Your Eyes on This Guy
It’s not just Wemby getting all the love for the Spurs. Second-year guard Dylan Harper is being tipped as the heavy favorite to have a massive breakout season. We saw flashes of it last year when he came off the bench and absolutely went off, even starring in the playoffs. The Spurs aren’t wasting any time, already experimenting with him in the starting lineup during preseason, running alongside De’Aaron Fox and Stephon Castle. If that lineup clicks, with Harper’s potential next to Wemby, the rest of the league needs to be on high alert. This isn’t just about one superstar, it’s about a whole squad coming together.
So, here we are, just days before the season opener, with the league’s GMs laying their cards on the table. Are they right about the Spurs and Wemby? Is Dylan Harper really about to explode? The answers start to unfold right now, and you know we’ll be watching every single minute. Get ready for an insane season, because the hype is real.
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Originally reported by CBS Sports.
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