2023-24 Kia NBA All-Rookie Teams Announced: Wembanyama and Holmgren Lead First Team, Lively II and Thompson on Second Team

San Antonio Spurs forward-center Victor Wembanyama and Oklahoma City Thunder forward-center Chet Holmgren have been named to the 2023-24 Kia NBA All-Rookie First Team, receiving unanimous votes from a panel of sportswriters and broadcasters. Joining them on the First Team are Charlotte Hornets forward-guard Brandon Miller, Miami Heat forward Jaime Jaquez Jr., and Golden State Warriors guard Brandin Podziemski.

The Second Team includes Dallas Mavericks center Dereck Lively II, Houston Rockets guard-forward Amen Thompson, Utah Jazz guard Keyonte George, Oklahoma City guard Cason Wallace, and Memphis Grizzlies forward GG Jackson II.

The selection process involved a media voting panel nominating five players for each team, with players earning points based on first and second-team votes. Wembanyama and Holmgren’s exceptional performances throughout the season earned them spots on the prestigious First Team, showcasing their talent and potential in the league.

Fans and analysts alike are excited to see how these young stars continue to develop and make an impact in the NBA. The complete voting results for the 2023-24 Kia NBA All-Rookie Team can be found on the NBA Communications Twitter page.

As the season comes to a close, the future looks bright for these rising stars, and fans can expect to see more impressive performances from them in the seasons to come. Stay tuned for more updates on the NBA’s newest talents.