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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.
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Role at the time: Sports journalist and Bleav host
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Angel Reese deserved the 2026 WNBA Defensive Player of the Year award.
“it should have been at least a #WNBA Co-DPOY for A’Ja Wilson and Angel Reese.”
Jones supports Reese receiving the honor but rejects a sole-winner outcome.
Role at the time: CBS Sports analyst
Response to this claim
Angel Reese deserved the 2026 WNBA Defensive Player of the Year award.
“a very deserving recipient”
Gibbs combines approval of Reese's merit with a preference for Williams.
Role at the time: Retired WNBA player and podcast host
Response to this claim
Angel Reese deserved the 2026 WNBA Defensive Player of the Year award.
“Um, but of course, if Angel wins, 100% deserving.”
Bird expresses approval of Reese's merit while favoring Williams, a substantive tension in her award judgment.
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