The San Antonio Spurs have a stranglehold on the No. 2 seed in the Western Conference with 15 games remaining on the regular season schedule. While the team is focused on making the playoffs, it looks like Victor Wembanyama has some lofty MVP and Defensive Player of the Year goals.
During the postgame press conference following the Spurs' 115-102 win over the Charlotte Hornets on Saturday, the 22-year-old center claimed he is making sure to keep his body fit and healthy for the final stretch of the season. He also claimed that he wants to win not only the MVP but also the DPOY this year.
"Right now, I'm taking great care of my body because I want to win MVP and DPOY as well," Vembanyama said. "So, I'm just trying to press the gas from now until the end of the season. Really take care of my treatment, take care of my sleep, take care of my routine and perform for my team."
Wembley:
"Right now I'm taking a lot of care of my body because I want to win MVP and DPOY as well. So I'm just trying to keep my spirits up from now until the end of the season." pic.twitter.com/0otDre8gp1
- Oh no, he didn't (@ohnohedidnt24) 14 March 2026
Victor Vembanyama may very well achieve his goal of winning both MVP and DPOY this year. He's at least making a strong case for his stellar play, averaging 24.2 points, 11.1 rebounds (career-high), 2.9 assists, 1.0 steals and 3.0 blocks (league-leader) per game. He is shooting 50.6% from the floor and 36.0% from beyond the three-point line, both career highs.
An MVP and DPOY would be a nice addition to Vembanyama's trophy case. The third-year veteran already has the Rookie of the Year award for his efforts in the 2023-24 campaign. He was also named to the All-NBA Defensive Team that year. Vembanyama will have the chance to prove he is worthy of the two awards on Monday, March 16. The Spurs are scheduled to take on the Los Angeles Clippers in LA at 7 PM EST.
