Spurs' Victor Wembanyama named 2025-26 Kia NBA Defensive Player of the Year
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Key Points:
- Victor Wembanyama was named the NBA Defensive Player of the Year (DPOY) unanimously, becoming the first player ever to achieve a unanimous win for two major NBA awards, having also been a unanimous Rookie of the Year in 2024.
- At 22 years old, Wembanyama is the youngest DPOY winner in NBA history and the San Antonio Spurs' fourth player to win the award, joining Alvin Robertson, David Robinson, and Kawhi Leonard.
- Wembanyama led the NBA in blocked shots for the third consecutive season and was a dominant defensive force, helping him secure the award over finalists Chet Holmgren and Ausar Thompson.
- Wembanyama is also a finalist for the NBA MVP award and is expected to be named to the All-NBA first team and All-Defensive team, guaranteeing him at least four trophies this award season.
- The NBA will continue announcing awards, with the Clutch Player of the Year to be revealed soon, featuring finalists Anthony Edwards, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, and Jamal Murray.
