Stephon Castle Wins NBA Rookie of the Year

Stephon Castle makes history as the fourth San Antonio Spurs player to win the NBA Rookie of the Year award, leading in points, steals, and free throws.

Stephon Castle, the San Antonio Spurs guard, has been named the NBA Rookie of the Year, following teammate Victor Wembanyama's win last season. Castle received 92 first-place votes, totaling 482 points, and was awarded the Wilt Chamberlain Trophy for his outstanding performance.

Castle's impressive maiden campaign saw him average 14.7 points, 3.7 rebounds, and 4.1 assists per game, while leading all rookies in points per game, assists, and steals with 74. He also led the Castrol Rising Stars team to a spot in the NBA All-Star Game and was named the game's MVP.

Key Highlights of Castle's Season:

Awards and Recognition:

• NBA Rookie of the Year
• MVP of the Castrol Rising Stars Challenge

Stats:

• 14.7 points per game
• 3.7 rebounds per game
• 4.1 assists per game
• 74 steals, leading all rookies

The 2024-25 Kia NBA Rookie of the Year is... Stephon Castle!#NBAAwards | #KiaROY | @Kia pic.twitter.com/Mb53JSAFyA

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Team Achievement:

• Second straight San Antonio Spurs player to win Rookie of the Year, joining Wembanyama, David Robinson, and Tim Duncan.

NBA Rookie Sensations React to Castle's Rookie of the Year Win

French basketball star Victor Wembanyama was quick to congratulate Victor Castle's impressive rookie season, saying, “Hustle, heart & just pure talent... all year long, you showed why you deserved this title !! So proud of you.”

Castle acknowledged the added pressure, stating, “I can't help but think about the target that's put on my back but I just think it's nothing that I'm not ready for.” The 20-year-old is embracing the challenge ahead.

Stephon Castle topped rookie statistics with 1,190 total points, 74 steals, and 249 free throws made.

Castle, selected fourth overall in the 2024 draft, is the fourth San Antonio Spurs player to win the NBA Rookie of the Year award, following Victor Wembanyama, Tim Duncan, and David Robinson.