Lendeborg and Wembanyama could make NBA history as Rookie of the Year and MVP

As of November 12, 2026, the possibility exists for a remarkable outcome in the NBA season. If Lendeborg wins the Rookie of the Year award and Wembanyama secures the MVP title, it would mark the first time the Rookie of the Year is older than the regular-season MVP. Lendeborg would be 461 days older than Wembanyama, a scenario that highlights the exceptional nature of both players. This outcome would stand out in a league where first-year players are typically much younger, and it could redefine expectations for rookie success in the league.

• 1:23 AMYahoo Sports — If Lendeborg and Wembanyama pull it off, that would …