Rudy Gobert, a renowned defensive player, has voiced his disappointment after being excluded from the NBA’s Defensive Player of the Year (DPOY) finalist list. Despite impressive statistics and a dominant presence on the court, including three Blocks Champion titles and four All-Defensive Team selections, Gobert was not recognized as a contender for the prestigious award.
The NBA’s 2023-24 regular season award finalists have been announced, with the top three candidates for each major award being named. Nikola Jokić, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, and Luka Dončić are the finalists for MVP, while Rudy Gobert, Victor Wembanyama, and Bam Adebayo are up for Defensive Player of the Year. The Rookie of the Year race features Chet Holmgren, Victor Wembanyama, and Brandon Miller, while Tyrese Maxey, Alperen Sengün, and Coby White are the Most Improved Player finalists. Malik Monk, Bobby Portis Jr., and Naz Reid are the Sixth Man of the Year candidates.
