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Call him The Disruptor: UW’s Matisse Thybulle gaining national recognition for his defensive prowess

Washington senior guard Matisse Thybulle has put himself in the conversation for the national defensive player of the year award.

TEMPE, Ariz. – Matisse Thybulle or Zion Williamson?

In the past few games, the Washington senior guard has put himself in the conversation with the Duke star freshman for the national defensive player of the year award.

Thybulle is averaging six steals over the past four games, including a virtuoso performance Thursday at Arizona when he registered five steals, five blocks while also finishing with 15 points, three three-pointers, two rebounds and two assists.

“He’s like a lottery number,” UW coach Mike Hopkins said.