Stephon Castle won the 2024-25 NBA Rookie of the Year award decisively, receiving 92 of 100 first-place votes, marking the second consecutive win for a San Antonio player, following Victor Wembanyama. Despite a slow start averaging just 5.6 points in October, Castle improved significantly after the All-Star break, averaging 17.8 points, 5.1 rebounds, and 5 assists per game, showcasing his growth as a primary offensive threat. Zaccharie Risacher and Jaylen Wells finished second and third in the voting, respectively, with both also experiencing strong finishes to their seasons.
