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Jeff Teague names another current NBA star as he snubs Wembanyama in best defender claim
TL;DR
Jeff Teague claims another current NBA star is the best defender, snubbing Victor Wembanyama, who won Defensive Player of the Year unanimously this season.
Key points
- Jeff Teague claims another player is the best defender
- Victor Wembanyama won Defensive Player of the Year unanimously
- Wembanyama's impact includes shot-blocking and rebounding
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Jeff TeagueVictor Wembanyama
San Antonio Spurs
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Victor Wembanyama made history this season by becoming the first NBA player ever to win Defensive Player of the Year unanimously.
That award reflected his extraordinary impact as a shot-blocker, rebounder, passing-lane disruptor and contesting presence across the San Antonio Spursā defence.
Yet former NBA champion Jeff Teague believes the best defender he has ever seen is another DPOY contender, not Wembanyama.
Jeff Teague says Ausar Thompson is the best defender he has seen
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Speaking on the Club 520 podcast, Teague made a bold case for Ausar Thompson, who was also among the DPOY contenders alongside Chet Holmgren.
āHeās the best defender I literally ever seen, bro. I aināt going to lie to you,ā he began by saying (via NBA Courtside).
Teague then suggested Thompsonās limited offensive game makes his defensive value even more striking.
āBecause he literally canāt do nothing on offense. Bro, you see the blocks, Tony Allen used to lock up, but this nāā be blocking sā.
Q&A
Who did Jeff Teague name as the best defender instead of Wembanyama?
Jeff Teague did not specify the name of the current NBA star he believes is the best defender.
What achievement did Victor Wembanyama accomplish this season?
Victor Wembanyama became the first NBA player to win Defensive Player of the Year unanimously.
What impact did Wembanyama have on the San Antonio Spurs' defense?
Wembanyama had an extraordinary impact as a shot-blocker, rebounder, and disruptor in passing lanes.
