VICTOR WEMBANYAMA, BASKETBALL'S latest wunderkind, is both a genetic and hoops anomaly. The 21-year-old was named Rookie of the Year last year, but that award was for more than just his status as the best player of his class—he finished second in voting for Defensive Player of the Year and was included in the All-NBA Defensive First Team,
Victor Wembanyama has skyrocketed up our NBA player rankings since arriving with the San Antonio Spurs last season. He is No. 6 in FanSided's NBA99.
Those guys won't qualify for All-NBA or postseason awards. That could mean millions for whoever takes their place.