Spurs Sweep NBA Monthly Awards

Wembanyama, Johnson, and Harper earn top Western Conference honors for February

Mar. 3, 2026 at 10:06pm

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The San Antonio Spurs became the first team in NBA history to sweep the Western Conference monthly awards, with Victor Wembanyama earning Player and Defensive Player of the Month, Mitch Johnson winning Coach of the Month, and Dylan Harper taking Rookie of the Month honors. The awards cap off a dominant 11-0 February for the Spurs as they continue to rise as a force in the Western Conference.

Why it matters

The Spurs' historic sweep of the monthly awards underscores the team's rapid ascent as one of the league's most compelling and talented squads. Led by the emerging superstar Wembanyama, the Spurs are positioning themselves as a top contender in the West with their stifling defense, potent offense, and impressive development of young talent like Harper.

The details

Wembanyama was named both the Kia NBA Western Conference Player of the Month and the NBA Defensive Player of the Month, anchoring the Spurs' dominant defense while powering their high-powered offense. Head coach Mitch Johnson earned Western Conference Coach of the Month honors after guiding San Antonio through an undefeated 11-0 February, the franchise's third perfect month in history. Rookie guard Dylan Harper was also recognized, capturing the Kia NBA Western Conference Rookie of the Month award for his steady production and two-way impact.

  • The Spurs' sweep of the monthly awards came in February 2026.

The players

Victor Wembanyama

A third-year star and one of the league's most impactful two-way players, Wembanyama led the Spurs' dominant stretch in February.

Mitch Johnson

The Spurs' head coach, Johnson has guided the team's rapid development and positioned them as a rising force in the Western Conference.

Dylan Harper

The Spurs' rookie guard, Harper has provided a steady complement to Wembanyama with his scoring ability and versatility.

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What they’re saying

“First Western Conference team in NBA history to have all Player, Rookie and Coach of the Month honors in the same month 🔥”

— San Antonio Spurs

The takeaway

The Spurs' historic sweep of the NBA's monthly awards in the Western Conference underscores the team's rapid rise as a top contender, led by the emergence of superstar Victor Wembanyama and complemented by the strong coaching of Mitch Johnson and the promising development of rookie Dylan Harper. This dominant February performance positions the Spurs as a force to be reckoned with in the second half of the season.