Doncic’s MVP Case Grows Amid Dallas Arena Talks

Luka Doncic has opened the 2026–27 season with league-leading scoring and standout performances for the Lakers, strengthening his early MVP case as the team gets off to a strong start. His defensive progress has included a game with five steals and three drawn charges, though his defensive reputation remains debated. MVP assessments are split, with Doncic near the top in betting odds and prediction markets while Victor Wembanyama leads some rankings based on his two-way production. Wembanyama won Western Conference Player of the Week after San Antonio went undefeated, while the Lakers lost two of their three games despite Doncic’s high scoring. Separately, Dallas could see the Mavericks and Stars move their arenas to suburban sites, potentially leaving the city without a Big Four team in or near its urban core as it seeks to revitalize downtown.