NBA Basketball 3h Briefing
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Last updated: May 24, 2026, 11:47 AM ET
Defensive Dominance
Victor Wembanyama's monk training at a Shaolin monastery in central China laid the foundation for what opponents now describe as the most unstoppable force in basketball. As the 2026 Defensive Player of the Year, his shot prevention limits opponents' offensive options more than any block, positioning him as an MVP candidate for the next decade.