Texas Legends' Jamarion Sharp Named 2025-26 Kia NBA G League Defensive Player Of The Year

The 7-foot-5 center led the league in blocks per game and helped the Legends to a top-10 defensive rating.

Apr. 2, 2026 at 6:03pm

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Jamarion Sharp, a center for the Texas Legends in the NBA G League, has been named the 2025-26 Kia NBA G League Defensive Player of the Year. In his second season with the Legends, the 7-foot-5 Sharp averaged 7.1 points, 7.3 rebounds, and a league-leading 3.8 blocks per game while shooting 73.5% from the field.

Why it matters

Sharp's dominant defensive presence was a key factor in the Legends finishing with a top-10 defensive rating in the league. His shot-blocking ability helped the team lead the G League in blocks per game, showcasing his impact as an elite rim protector.

The details

Sharp appeared in 25 regular season games for the Legends, starting 16 of them. His 3.8 blocks per game were the most in the NBA G League this season, and he was responsible for 71.2% of the team's total blocks.

  • Jamarion Sharp was named the 2025-26 Kia NBA G League Defensive Player of the Year on April 2, 2026.

The players

Jamarion Sharp

A 7-foot-5 center for the Texas Legends in the NBA G League, Sharp was named the 2025-26 Defensive Player of the Year after leading the league in blocks per game.

Texas Legends

The NBA G League team that Jamarion Sharp plays for, known for their strong defensive play this season with Sharp as the anchor.

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The takeaway

Sharp's defensive dominance and shot-blocking ability were instrumental in the Texas Legends' success this season, showcasing his potential to be an elite defensive presence at the professional level.