hmp
Years ago
Andrew Bogut: Defensive Player of the Year ?
Ok I know Dwight Howard is the best defender in the league and Bogut will never be able to be as good as him due to athleticism.
However here me out. I think Bogut assuming he stays healthy (probably won't) is a good chance of winning the DPOY award in this shortened season.
Why?
Bogut has improved in leaps and bounds since his rookie season and is amazing defensively (for adjusted +/- and Bogut grades amazingly)
The Bucks have been ranked 4th and 3rd the previous 2 seaons in defensive efficiency.
Dwight Howard will likely be traded midseason or if he isn't traded, the Magic look like they are going to be terrible this season.
So there's my 2c. I think Bogut is a good shot at the DPOY this season if he stays healthy and the Bucks make the playoffs.