WNBA Defensive Player of the Year race tightens in final stretch

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Sep 151 min read

What happened: The 2026 regular season continues Sept. 15. The award

Why it matters: Defense anchors playoff seeding and rotation decisions. The honor shapes legacy and offseason contract standing for the winner.

What to watch: The league announcement follows the regular season.

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