Luka Doncic significantly leads the MVP race at the start of this season
The Slovenian genius of the Los Angeles Lakers is doing everything right and is positioning himself ahead of Victor Wembanyama and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander
The NBA has released its first weekly MVP candidates ranking for the 2026-27 season. Although the campaign has just begun, the battle for the most prestigious individual award in the competition is already taking shape. The ranking is primarily led by established stars, although there are also some surprises among the top ten.
Statistics play a significant role in this initial assessment. Players who excel in scoring, rebounding, assists, or blocks have an advantage, especially when they manage to stand out in multiple categories. Luka Doncic occupies the first spot following a historic start to the season.
Doncic leads the ranking, and Wembanyama occupies second place
1. Luka Doncic (Los Angeles Lakers)
The Slovenian tops the ranking with 38.5 points per game and an unprecedented record in the NBA: he is the first player to record six consecutive games with at least 35 points, five rebounds, five assists, and five three-pointers. His performances have reached as high as 52 points, and he is also showing greater defensive commitment. As long as the Lakers maintain their good streak of results, Doncic will have reasons to keep the lead.
2. Victor Wembanyama (San Antonio Spurs)
The French center occupies second place after an extraordinary performance against Dallas, with 52 points, 24 rebounds, and eight blocks. After overcoming initial doubts about his offensive efficiency, Wembanyama is once again demonstrating his ability to dominate the game on both sides of the court.
3. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (Oklahoma City Thunder)
The two-time MVP winner aims to secure his third consecutive award. While the Thunder are facing injuries to Chet Holmgren and Jalen Williams, the Canadian continues to carry the team with over 30 points per game and taking on a huge responsibility.
4. Tyrese Maxey (Philadelphia 76ers)
Maxey has become the main offensive reference for Philadelphia, supported by his new teammates, LeBron James and Jaylen Brown. He averages 28 points per game and is also standing out for his ability to recover balls and his defensive performance. His contribution is crucial for the good start of the 76ers.
Tatum completes the top five and Curry also appears in the Top 10
5. Jayson Tatum (Boston Celtics)
The Boston player has dispelled doubts about his physical condition after the injury he suffered to his Achilles tendon. Additionally, he has taken absolute leadership of the Celtics following Jaylen Brown's departure. His 27 points and nearly eight assists per game have earned him recognition as the Eastern Conference Player of the Week.
The rest of the top ten presents a mix of established stars and young talents. Alperen Sengun occupies sixth place with numbers close to averaging a triple-double. Stephen Curry appears in seventh place, while Giannis Antetokounmpo is eighth after maintaining his usual level in his new stint in Miami.
The ninth spot goes to Cooper Flagg, one of the young figures of the Dallas Mavericks. Finally, Nikola Jokic, a three-time MVP winner, rounds out the ranking in tenth place. The slow start to the season for Denver has penalized, for now, the Serbian center.
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