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Yoeli Childs named B.League MVP after strong season with Kobe Storks

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Last updated Jun 1, 2026

Yoeli Childs named B.League MVP after strong season with Kobe Storks

Summary

Yoeli Childs has been named the Player of the Year in Japan's B.League after an impressive season with the Kobe Storks. Childs averaged 21.3 points and 11.6 rebounds over the regular season, contributing to the Storks' stellar 55-5 record. He also earned Finals MVP, Defensive Player of the Year, and Forward of the Year honors. During the playoffs, he raised his scoring average to 26.6 points and shot an exceptional 58% from three-point range. Childs continues his professional career, which started in 2020 after his time at BYU, where he became one of the program's all-time greats.

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By the Numbers

•Childs averaged 21.3 points and 11.6 rebounds during the regular season.
•He led the Kobe Storks to a 55-5 record this season.
•Childs' playoff performance included 26.6 points per game.
•He received multiple individual awards in the B.League.
•Childs played for various teams before joining the Kobe Storks.

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Since turning pro in 2020, the South Jordan native and Bingham High product has averaged 16.0 points, 9.0 rebounds and 2.2 assists across his professional career.
— Yahoo Sports

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