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More honors for Huskies: Matisse Thybulle named AP Pac-12 Player of the Year

Washington senior guard Matisse Thybulle was named the AP Pac-12 Player of the Year on Tuesday, adding to his collection of recognitions.

On Monday, Thybulle received All-Pac-12 first team and all-defensive team honors. The Sporting News named him an honorable mention All-America on Tuesday. He was also picked as the Pac-12 Defensive Player of the Year for the second straight season, becoming the second repeat winner in conference history.

A semifinalist for the Naismith Defensive Player of the Year award, Thybulle is just one steal away from becoming the 28th player in NCAA history to reach 111 steals in a single season.