By Mathieu S. | NBA Editor
Victor Wembanyama’s start to the season is clearly successful, like his recent 50-point card against the Wizards. But the Frenchman could secure another award, and some already have their opinions on the matter.
While the Spurs hope to make the playoffs at the end of the regular season, there is no doubt that they will need Victor Wembanyama at his best. The Frenchman stood out with his scoring this week, thanks in particular to his 50 points against the Wizards, but above all he remains a reference in defense.
It is not for nothing that he is considered the favorite to win the title of best defender of the year, and thus succeed Rudy Gobert. Already second for last season, Wemby hopes to win this individual trophy. It is not a priority, but it would be proof that he has carried out a major campaign in this domestic sector.
Victory guaranteed for Victor Wembanyama?
But after ten matches, we are curious to know who is in the lead. Wembanyama is obviously popular, but Jalen Williams, Anthony Davis and Dyson Daniels are doing some serious work at the moment. A basketball account also wanted to highlight Williams’ contribution to the Thunder, who is the favorite according to him.
pointmadebball : “Jalen Williams is my favorite for DPOY. He’s the piece on defense for OKC, he can defend guys from position 1 through 5, leads the league in defensive rating with 98.5. Nobody does what he does defensively. »
He is a serious competitor for the Frenchman, even if others greatly prefer Daniel’s contribution with the Hawks, he who makes it rain with interceptions with an average of 2.7.
But for others, Victor remains the big favorite at this stage.
@bjpf_ : “I hate to be that kind of guy, but it’s definitely Wemby today. We can debate the second one, but the first place is assured. »
“And if it’s not Wemby, it’ll be Draymond Green at this level. I don’t know if he will be able to maintain his level of play. But for perimeter players, it’s too hard to win the DPOY. »
The season is still long and changes are possible, but it will be difficult to get the best of Wembanyama, especially given what he brings. Moreover, the statistics already point in his direction, and we know that voters love it.
A DPOY title for Victor Wembanyama? The Frenchman will be well placed at the end of this campaign, it remains to be seen whether he will win against the competition. But for some Internet users, the question does not even arise.
