Wenban has become the new face of the league? He has already shown MVP potential after playing just 5 games and is expected to break Rose s record.

Bunban Yama’s performance since the start of the season has conquered countless fans. Under his leadership, the Spurs started 5-0 for the first time in history. In the eyes of many fans, Bunyama may already be the new face of the league, but Amick pointed out that in order to truly win such a title, at least one prerequisite must be met: winning the MVP.

This season is his third NBA season, and he has only played 5 games so far, but anyone with a discerning eye can see that this 21-year-old Spurs genius now has the ability to compete for MVP, and may even win the award directly. If he does, he will become the youngest MVP in league history (a few months younger than Derrick Rose, who won the award in 2011).

Even leaving aside the current MVP, Alexander of the Thunder, and Jokic of the Nuggets, the favorite candidate for the general managers of each team, Bunyama's performance is outstanding enough and fully worthy of being included in the analysis of MVP candidates.

The offense and defense have been fully upgraded, and their dominance is highlighted.

Let’s look at the basic data first: Wenbanyama currently averages 30.2 points, 14.6 rebounds, 4.8 blocks and 1.4 steals per game, ranking first in the league in rebounds and blocks. Although the Spurs were missing the injured Fox, they still defeated the Mavericks, Pelicans, Nets, Raptors and Heat to get off to a 5-0 start.

Of course, these opponents are not strong enough, but all the team can do is play well in the current schedule. By the way, there are currently only four undefeated teams in the league: the defending champion Thunder, and the unexpected 76ers, Bulls and Spurs.

To understand Wenbanyama's progress this season, you must also pay attention to the detailed changes in his performance on the field. The "dream steps" taught by Olajuwon himself during the offseason can now be used skillfully in games; his ball-handling ability is also obvious to all.

Compared with last season, Wenban's body is significantly stronger, and his shot selection is more confident and smarter. Last season, he often took blind outside shots, averaging 8.8 three-pointers per game. However, the number of three-pointers this season has dropped significantly, currently averaging only 3.2 per game.

On the defensive end, he showed unprecedented dominance with his exaggerated height, excellent athletic ability and basketball IQ. You know, the Spurs' defensive efficiency only ranked 25th in the league last season (record 34 wins and 48 losses). However, this season started with 5 wins and 0 losses, and their defensive efficiency (104.2) temporarily ranked second, only slightly behind the Thunder (104.1).

You know, the Spurs just gave Fox a four-year, $229 million contract extension this summer. Now that the veteran point guard can still perform like this without this veteran point guard, it is quite impressive.

After Fox returns: Can the Spurs reach the top ranks?

It is worth mentioning that since Fox was acquired from the Kings in early February this year, he and Vunbanyama have only played in 5 games together. Fox is currently absent due to a hamstring injury. Although his return time has not yet been determined, he has recently participated in five-on-five training and expressed confidence in his early comeback.

After Fox returns, this rising Spurs team still has many unanswered questions: How is Fox compatible with Bunyama and the team's current second, third, and fourth scoring young guards (Castle, Vassell and No. 2 overall pick Harper)? Can the team put together a good enough record to make Bunyama a true MVP favorite? If his personal performance continues to be hot, will his record still be an obstacle?

If Bunyama can stabilize his current performance into the "new normal", then it is entirely possible for him to win one or even several MVP trophies in the next few years. If this prediction comes true, the discussion about the "facade of the alliance" may become even less suspenseful.