Nekias Duncan is a basketball writer and analyst covering the NBA and WNBA. He co-hosts The Dunker Spot podcast with Steve Jones Jr., discussing teams, players and basketball tactics.
Case
Reese won with 46 of 74 votes. Voters defend her impact on Atlanta's defense. Others favor Williams, question the margin or argue for a shared award with Wilson.
Role at the time: Basketball analyst and podcast host
Response to this claim
Angel Reese deserved the 2026 WNBA Defensive Player of the Year award.
“Angel Reese = DPOY.”
Relative to selecting Reese, Duncan states his preferred winner and provides a substantive case for her. The quoted opener is his evaluation, not an embedded speaker's words.
Statement dates: September 22, 2026
