Defensive Player of the Year
San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama has been named the 2025-26 NBA Defensive Player of the Year, becoming the first unanimous winner in league history with all 100 first-place votes. At age 22, he is the youngest recipient of the award in his third NBA season. Oklahoma City Thunder's Chet Holmgren placed second, with Detroit Pistons' Ausar Thompson third.
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Cornerback Stephon Gilmore, a Super Bowl champion and 2019 NFL Defensive Player of the Year, announced his retirement after 13 seasons in the league. The former Patriots standout, who last played for the Minnesota Vikings in 2024, shared a personal message on social media thanking his family, coaches and fans. Gilmore leaves behind a legacy of consistent excellence, including interceptions in every professional season.