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Spurs' Victor Wembanyama Wins Western Conference Defensive Player of the Month
The 7-foot-5 phenom continues to rack up accolades in his breakout NBA season.
Feb. 3, 2026 at 8:07pm
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Victor Wembanyama, the San Antonio Spurs' star center, has been named the Western Conference Defensive Player of the Month for January. This is the second time the 2023-2024 Rookie of the Year has received the award since last season. In 13 games during the month, Wembanyama recorded 132 rebounds, 29 blocks, and 12 steals, becoming the only player in the West to achieve those stats. He is currently averaging 24.1 points, 11 rebounds, 2.7 assists, and 2.7 blocks per game this season.
Why it matters
Wembanyama's defensive dominance has been a key factor in the Spurs' success this season, as the team ranks fourth in the NBA in opponent field goal percentage and sixth in opponent points per game. His ability to protect the rim and control the boards has made him an invaluable asset for San Antonio.
The details
In 13 games during January, Wembanyama recorded 132 rebounds, 29 blocks, and 12 steals, becoming the only player in the Western Conference to achieve those stats. His 2.2 blocks per game ranked third in the NBA, and with him on the floor, Spurs opponents shot just 42.4% compared to 48.0% when he was off the floor.
- Wembanyama won the Western Conference Defensive Player of the Month award for January 2026.
- He was named the 2023-2024 Rookie of the Year.
The players
Victor Wembanyama
A 7-foot-5 center for the San Antonio Spurs, Wembanyama is considered a generational talent and is making a significant impact in his third NBA season.
San Antonio Spurs
The professional basketball team based in San Antonio, Texas, that Wembanyama plays for.
The takeaway
Victor Wembanyama's defensive dominance has been a driving force behind the Spurs' success this season, and his latest accolade as the Western Conference Defensive Player of the Month further solidifies his status as one of the NBA's elite young talents.
