Overview
- The NBA recognized Victor Wembanyama (West) and Tyler Herro (East) as Players of the Week for Week 20 of the 2025–26 season, covering March 2–8.
- San Antonio went 4–0 as Wembanyama averaged 26.0 points, 10.5 rebounds and 4.75 blocks in 28.7 minutes, with wins over Philadelphia, Detroit, the Clippers and Houston.
- Wembanyama became the first player in NBA history to post 38 points, 16 rebounds and 5 blocks with four made three-pointers in a March 5 win over Detroit.
- DraftKings now lists Wembanyama at +1000 for MVP behind Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Nikola Jokic, and he is widely reported as the betting favorite for Defensive Player of the Year; the Spurs are 47–17 with a playoff berth clinched.
- Herro helped Miami to a 4–0 week after returning from nagging injuries, including a 33-point, 9-rebound, 9-assist performance, as the Heat improved to 36–29 and moved into a stronger postseason position.