Victor Wembanyama becomes first unanimous NBA defensive player of the year at age of 22

Victor Wembanyama becomes first unanimous NBA defensive player of the year at age of 22

The Guardian April 21, 2026

Frenchman becomes youngest winner of awardSpurs star has dominated opponents all seasonThere had never been a unanimous NBA defensive player of the year. Until now.Victor Wembanyama – as expected – was announced Monday as the league’s top defensive player. The San Antonio center was second in the voting for DPOY as a rookie, was the favorite last season until a medical condition ended his season prematurely, but left no doubt this year. At 22, he’s the youngest winner of the award. Continue reading…