Spurs Stun with Undefeated Start, Wembanyama Shines

As of November 1st, 2025, the 2022-23 NBA season has already seen some incredible action. The Oklahoma City Thunder opened their title defense with back-to-back double overtime wins, showcasing their relentless defensive prowess. Meanwhile, the San Antonio Spurs have announced themselves as both the future and the present, with the highly touted rookie Victor Wembanyama leading the team to a shocking 5-0 start.

The early season has also witnessed a flurry of offensive fireworks, with four players already recording 50-point games, including last year's scoring champion Shai Gilegous-Alexander. However, the teams that have found the most success so far are the ones that have prioritized defense. The Spurs have leaped all the way to second in the league in defensive rating, while the Thunder have somehow managed to improve upon their league-leading defensive performance from the previous season.

While the Lakers have been getting by on the strength of Austin Reaves' continued brilliance, their defensive deficiencies remain a concern. On the other hand, the Denver Nuggets, led by the brilliant Nikola Jokic, could be the team to watch if they can maintain a top-5 defensive rating to complement their offensive firepower.