Green is the current favorite on FanDuel Sportsbook for the award, with Cleveland Cavaliers forward Evan Mobley, Oklahoma City Thunder forward Luguentz Dort, Atlanta Hawks guard Dyson Daniels and Memphis Grizzlies center Jaren Jackson Jr. rounding out the top five.

Draymond Green was recently listed as the favorite for Defensive Player of the Year, which shouldn’t be a major shock to many. While there are other worthy candidates, Green has been phenomenal as the heart and soul of the Golden State Warriors’ defense.

With Victor Wembanyama ineligible, the DPOY competition may come down to history vs. stats vs. who actually deserves it.

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The Golden State Warriors’ young core of Jonathan Kuminga, Brandin Podziemski, Moses Moody and Gui Santos has caught Draymond Green’s attention as it continues to flourish toward the end of the 2024-25 NBA season.

Draymond Green believes Golden State Warriors superstar Steph Curry is making a strong case to snatch the final All-NBA First Team spot.