Green is the current favorite on FanDuel Sportsbook for the award, with Cleveland Cavaliers forward Evan Mobley, Oklahoma City Thunder forward Luguentz Dort, Atlanta Hawks guard Dyson Daniels and Memphis Grizzlies center Jaren Jackson Jr. rounding out the top five.

Draymond Green was recently listed as the favorite for Defensive Player of the Year, which shouldn’t be a major shock to many. While there are other worthy candidates, Green has been phenomenal as the heart and soul of the Golden State Warriors’ defense.

Draymond Green’s case for NBA Defensive Player of the Year got its most notable co-sign on Thursday when Hall of Famer Reggie Miller campaigned for the Warriors player on a nationally televised broadcast.