Victor Wembanyama ranked No. 1 in 2026-27 NBA player rankings
CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 13, 2026, 12:01 PM
Last updated Oct 13, 2026
Victor Wembanyama enters the 2026-27 NBA season as the top-ranked player according to CBS Sports' annual list. He is followed by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Nikola Jokić. Analysts ranked players based on expected performance for the upcoming season, factoring in injuries affecting several key players. The rankings emphasize the need for depth and not just superstar talent to win championships in the league. The full list includes 100 players and highlights emerging talents and veterans alike.
- •Wembanyama is ranked No. 1, ahead of SGA and Jokić.
- •The rankings consider anticipated performance and injuries.
- •Team depth is emphasized as crucial for success.
- •The full rankings comprise 100 players.
- •Season tips off in one week.
- 12:01 PMCBS Sports — Ranking the NBA's top 100 players: Victor Wembanyama enters 2026-27 season at No. 1
"Wemby is ahead of SGA and Nikola Jokić as a new season begins ... so what about everyone else?
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