Spurs Teammate's 'Best Team in NBA' Claim Just Got Hit With Reality After Victor Wembanyama’s MVP Race Slide
The San Antonio Spurs faced reality as their teammate Keldon Johnson's claim of being the best team in the NBA was challenged. Victor Wembanyama's hopes for the MVP award were dashed when Shai Gilgeous-Alexander won instead. Despite strong individual performances, the Spurs struggled against more established teams in the Western Conference.
- ▪Keldon Johnson claimed the Spurs were the best team in the NBA and praised Victor Wembanyama.
- ▪Shai Gilgeous-Alexander won the MVP award, overshadowing Wembanyama's strong season.
- ▪The Spurs finished behind several established Western Conference contenders in the playoffs.
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| Publication time | Sun, 17 May 2026 20:53:47 +0000 |
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