Keldon Johnson Wins NBA Sixth Man of the Year, Boosts Spurs’ Resurgence

52 articles · Updated · NBA.com · Apr 22

San Antonio Spurs forward Keldon Johnson has been named the NBA's Sixth Man of the Year for the 2025-26 season.
Johnson played all 82 games off the bench, averaging 13.2 points and 5.4 rebounds, and set a franchise record with 1,081 bench points.
Embracing his new role, Johnson became a key figure in the Spurs’ resurgence, joining Manu Ginóbili as the only Spurs to win the award.

Did Johnson's bench role spark the turnaround more than Wembanyama's historic dominance?

Will this award lead to a contract extension or make Johnson a top trade target?

Is Johnson's sacrifice the blueprint for building a modern NBA contender around a superstar?

How will Victor Wembanyama's concussion impact Keldon Johnson's role in the playoffs?

Can the Spurs' historic season survive this injury and challenge the champion Thunder?

With Popovich in the front office, how much of this success is his lasting influence?