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Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs were shown lots of love in the new GM survey

The NBA’s general manager survey has crowned Victor Wembanyama as the frontrunner for both Defensive Player of the Year and MVP honors in the 2026-27 season, marking him as the most dominant center in the league. With the San Antonio Spurs now the projected champions, Wembanyama’s rapid physical and skill development—including his improved pick-and-roll defense and fourth-quarter impact—has drawn comparisons to Hakeem Olajuwon’s historic 1993-94 campaign.

At just 22 years old, Wembanyama’s blend of elite athleticism and defensive versatility has left executives convinced he could soon surpass even Nikola Jokić as the league’s best center, though the Serbian star remains the current consensus pick for top big man. The Spurs’ title aspirations hinge on Wembanyama’s continued growth, particularly in playmaking, as he closes the gap on Jokić’s all-around dominance.

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