Stephon Castle has claimed the NBA Rookie of the Year award, following the footsteps of fellow San Antonio Spurs player Victor Wembanyama. Castle scored over 1,000 points in his debut season, making him only the fifth rookie in Spurs history to hit that mark. His achievement was marked by a significant margin in the voting, receiving 92 first-place votes, while the runner-up, Zaccharie Risacher, garnered just five. Castle expressed his confidence and satisfaction in achieving his goal from the start of the season.

This victory also marks the first time in over 50 years a franchise has had consecutive Rookie of the Year winners, joining a select group that includes Andrew Wiggins and Karl-Anthony Towns. Castle's stellar season saw him lead all rookies in scoring and steals, outpacing Risacher and Jaylen Wells. The award was decided by a global panel of 100 writers and broadcasters, showcasing the international appeal and competition in the NBA today.