Henry Ellenson Caps Regular Season with First KBL Round 6 MVP Honors

The 2025-2026 KBL regular season has found its final protagonist. Henry Ellenson of Wonju DB has been named the Round 6 MVP, capping off a dominant stretch that propelled his team into a prime position for the postseason.

The Korean Basketball League announced the decision on Thursday, April 9, confirming that the 29-year-old forward secured the honor after receiving 36 of the 87 valid votes cast. While Ellenson has been a consistent force throughout the campaign, this marks the first time in his KBL career that he has earned a Round MVP award.

For Wonju DB, the award is a testament to a late-season surge. Ellenson becomes the second DB player to take home the honor this season, following Ethan Albano, who claimed the MVP title during Round 3.

By the Numbers: A Double-Double Dominance

Ellenson’s selection was a matter of statistical inevitability. Across the nine games of the final round, he didn’t just lead his team. he dominated the league’s scoring charts. Averaging 24.0 points per game, Ellenson finished the round ranked first overall in scoring.

His impact extended far beyond the first line of the box score. The forward maintained a relentless presence on the glass, averaging 11.0 rebounds, and 2.1 assists while logging an average of 29 minutes and 32 seconds per contest. This “double-double” average provided DB with a reliable interior anchor and a versatile offensive weapon.

What stood out most to voters and analysts was Ellenson’s consistency. He recorded double-digit points in every single game of the round, including three explosive performances where he scored 30 or more points. In the world of professional basketball, that kind of reliable scoring output is the difference between a middle-of-the-pack finish and a deep playoff run.

Securing a Top-Three Seed

Individual accolades are rewarding, but the true value of Ellenson’s performance is reflected in the standings. Behind his offensive explosion, Wonju DB posted a 6-3 record during the sixth round.

This late-season push allowed DB to finish the regular season with a total record of 33 wins and 21 losses, securing 3rd place overall. For global fans following the KBL, this positioning is critical, as it grants DB a favorable path entering the “spring basketball” postseason.

Beyond the trophy and the prestige, the league is awarding Ellenson a prize of 2 million won. In a unique move to engage fans, the KBL likewise announced the release of special Round MVP merchandise, which includes a jersey featuring a design Ellenson personally helped create.

Looking Ahead: The Playoff Clash

The celebration will be brief. The focus now shifts immediately to the 6-team playoffs, where Wonju DB is scheduled to face Busan KCC.

The matchup pits DB’s momentum and Ellenson’s peak form against a resilient Busan KCC squad. For DB, the goal is clear: translate regular-season dominance into playoff success. If Ellenson can maintain the scoring and rebounding efficiency he displayed in Round 6, he will be the focal point of every opposing defensive scheme.

The stage is now set for the playoffs. Whether Ellenson can carry this MVP momentum into the high-pressure environment of the postseason will likely determine how far Wonju DB climbs this year.

Next Checkpoint: Wonju DB vs. Busan KCC in the KBL 6-team playoffs.