Victor Wembanyama. Amen Thompson. Brandon Miller. Even though he’s technically a second-year player, Chet Holmgren. These are some of the favorites to win 2023-24 NBA Rookie of the Year. But at the end of the season, it will be Portland Trail Blazers’ guard Scoot Henderson winning the race and hoisting the trophy.
Wembanyama was seemingly a heavy favorite even before the 2023 NBA Draft. The No. 1 pick is a generational talent and the most hyped prospect since LeBron James. His combination of size and skill make him perhaps the most unique player in league history.