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Luka Doncic, Victor Wembanyama lead early MVP race as Thunder improve

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 9, 2026, 11:06 AM

Last updated Nov 9, 2026

Luka Doncic, Victor Wembanyama lead early MVP race as Thunder improve
Summary

The NBA Power Rankings reflect a competitive start to the 2026-27 season, with Luka Doncic and Victor Wembanyama emerging as frontrunners in the MVP race, both recently scoring over 50 points. The Oklahoma City Thunder are gaining momentum after Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's impressive back-to-back 40-point games, marking a turnaround for the team. In contrast, the Sacramento Kings, Milwaukee Bucks, and Utah Jazz continue to struggle, showing early signs of rebuilding. The rankings will be updated weekly as the season progresses, with attention on these shifting dynamics in league performance and individual recognition.

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  • •Doncic and Wembanyama both scored 50+ points last week.
  • •Thunder find success with Gilgeous-Alexander leading offense.
  • •Kings continue to fall, trading Nique Clifford to Thunder.
  • •Bucks' rebuild risks growing pains amid offensive struggles.
  • •Jazz and Clippers also face challenges early this season.
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  • 11:06 AMYahoo Sports — NBA Power Rankings: Luka Doncic, Wembanyama launch MVP race; Thunder figure things out
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NBA Power Rankings: Luka Doncic, Victor Wembanyama launch MVP race; Oklahoma City Thunder figure things out.

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