Below is an context that describes a sql query, paired with an question that provides further information. Write an answer that appropriately completes the request.  # noqa: E501
### Context:
CREATE TABLE table_24431264_18 (points INTEGER, player VARCHAR)
### Question:
List the total number of defensive points for radek štěpánek?
### Answer:
SELECT MIN(points) AS defending FROM table_24431264_18 WHERE player = "Radek Štěpánek"