Shining Bright: Victor Wembanyama Eclipses Chet Holmgren as NBA Rookie of the Year
Victor Wembanyama had an outstanding rookie season in the NBA, outshining Chet Holmgren and being unanimously voted the NBA Rookie of the Year. With an average of 21.4 points and 10.6 rebounds per game, Wembanyama excelled both offensively and defensively, finishing in the top three for Defensive Player of the Year voting.
Despite a slow start to the season, Wembanyama found his stride as he showcased his talent and potential to dominate the league in years to come. Although Chet Holmgren finished second in the Rookie of the Year voting, he is still playing in the playoffs as the starting center for the Thunder. His skill in pick-and-pop shooting and rim protection will be vital for his team as they face off against the Dallas Mavericks in the Western Conference Semi-Finals.
Brandon Miller, Jaime Jaquez Jr., Derrek Lively II, and Brandin Podziemski also received votes in the Rookie of
