The Money Line: Odds, Prediction for WNBA Defensive Player of the Year

Brittney Griner, Phoenix Mercury (+350)

Recording at least 100 blocks in her last three seasons, the 6’8 Griner was always expected to make an impact in the league defensively, and she hasn’t disappointed. Not only does she own the second highest block percentage of all-time, trailing only the late Margo Dydek, but she is also top-10 among active players in defensive rating (ninth) and blocks per game (first). There isn’t much breakdown needed for Griner’s odds; assuming health, she will be firmly planted in this conversation for years to come.