Anthony Davis has never won a Defensive Player of the Year award, and with Victor Wembanyama's rise, he likely never will.

SAN ANTONIO — There's little doubt that San Antonio Spurs ' Victor Wembanyama is the NBA's best defender. He leads the league with 3.9 blocks per game, can alter shots near the basket, and his size makes him an imposing figure for any opposing player who dares to drive to the rim.

Anthony Davis of the Los Angeles Lakers shared his candid thoughts on the NBA Defensive Player of the Year race, stating that he believes he should be in contention alongside Victor Wembanyama of the San Antonio Spurs.

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Anthony Davis critiques Victor Wembanyama’s DPOY buzz, emphasizing defensive versatility over shot-blocking in a candid reflection on NBA narratives.

Anthony Davis feels like Victor Wembanyama is on track to win the NBA's Defensive Player of the Year award, even if he doesn't agree with it.

Stephen A. Smith calls out the NBA All-Star starter snubs of Lakers' Anthony Davis and Spurs' Victor Wembanyama.

Lakers star Anthony Davis' recent Victor Wembanyama comments will certainly catch the attention of Spurs fans.

Anthony Davis, in an interview, revealed that the Los Angeles Lakers were going through a transitional phase, preparing for a future without LeBron James in the NBA.

Anthony Davis thinks he should have won a Defensive Player of the Year award by now, and he's getting increasingly vocal about that fact. In April of 2024, the Lakers star grumbled that the league had a bias against him.

The NBA has traveled to Paris this week for two regular-season games, showcasing rising star and France native Victor Wembanyama.

The Grizzlies came into the game with some extra motivation after the defeat they were dealt the last time these two teams faced off. We'll see if they're able to flip the script or if it'll just be more of the same.