Spurs Sweep NBA Awards, Wembanyama Shines

0:00It's March 3rd for the NBA. Let's get into it. The NBA has announced its Kia Players of the Month for Games played in February. In the Western Conference, San Antonio Spurs star, Victor Wimbanyama took the honor putting up 22.5 points per game, 11.3 points, 3 rebounds, and 3.5 blocks. Over in the East, Detroit Pistons guard Kate Cunningham earned his second award this season with 25.4 points, 6.5. rebounds, and 9.9 assists. Meanwhile, the rookie honors went to more fresh faces, making waves. Spurs guard Dylan Harper led the West with 12.5 points, 3.9 rebounds, and 4.9 assists per game. Charlotte Hornets guard forward Conn Newepple dominated the East, averaging 21.5 points, 4.5 rebounds, and shooting. 48.5 percent from 3.5 range, his fourth such award this year. On defense, Wimbanyama doubled up for the Spurs in the West, anchoring with those same standout blocks and rebounds.

1:04Boston Celtics guard Derek Wai claimed the East and Conference nod, contributing 16.5 points, 1.7 blocks, and 0.8 steals per game. Coaches of the Month rounded out the list, with San Antonio's Mitch Johnson guiding the Spurs in the West, and Cleveland Cavaliers, Kenny Ackinson, steering the East. Spurs fans have plenty to celebrate, as their team swept the Western Conference Awards amid a strong February push, highlighting Wimbanyama's two-way, impact, and the rookie's quick rise. This DNN story comes to you thanks to our sponsor. Sally Pillow is a pillow with built-in headphones, lay back, press play, and disappear into what you are listening to. S-O-L-I S-O-L-I-P-L-O.com S-O-L-I-P-L-O.com