The NBA announced on Monday, April 20, 2026, that Victor Wembanyama has been named Defensive Player of the Year, becoming the first athlete in league history to receive the honor by unanimous vote.
According to the league, every ballot cast listed Wembanyama in first place, marking the inaugural clean sweep since the award was introduced for the 1982-83 season. No previous winner had ever secured all first-place selections.
Wembanyama’s unanimous victory sets a new benchmark for the Defensive Player of the Year accolade, underscoring the dominance he displayed throughout the 2025-26 campaign.
Source: New York Post
