Victor Wembanyama should be MVP favorite after NBA Finals loss adds extra motivation

Air Alamo's Tyler Watts argues that Victor Wembanyama should enter the upcoming season as the NBA MVP favorite following San Antonio's Finals loss. The writer highlights that the 22-year-old center admitted at Media Day that falling short in the NBA Finals against the Knicks has served as ultimate offseason motivation to elevate his performance.

Watts notes that Wembanyama won Defensive Player of the Year and finished third in MVP voting last season while averaging 25.0 points and 11.5 rebounds. The writer asserts that improvements in offensive efficiency and playmaking could secure Wembanyama the award alongside San Antonio's pursuit of a top record.