Jokichi, MVP No. 1, reversal of No. 2. Los Angeles Lakers Anthony Davis on the rise. U.S. ESPN's MVP Top 5
Nov 26, 2024
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ESPN has already predicted major candidates for the award.
Strong candidates such as MVP, Rookie of the Year, MIP, and Defender of the Year were announced on the 26th (Korea time).
The strongest candidate in the MVP race is Nikola Jokic. There is no need for an explanation. Aaron Gordon is out of the Denver Nuggets this season due to a long-term injury. There was no reinforcement of power, and outer ace Jamal Murray is also sluggish.
However, Jokic is still powerful. He plays triple-double or triple-double in every game. He has the best control of the game ever.
Jokic has already won MVP several times. Therefore, there is fatigue with yokichi. He needs to be stronger this season to be close to the best player.
He's showing that performance. It is overwhelmingly in first place.
Second place is unexpected. Until now, Luca Doncic and Shai Gilzer Alexander have been mentioned. However, Anthony Davis of the Los Angeles Lakers is second in the MVP race, which was nominated by ESPN. The best big man in the league. He's the head of the airlift.
LeBron James is adjusting his pace this season. He is the absolute ace of the Los Angeles Lakers and plays hard in every game. Jason Tatum (Boston) is in third place, Shai Gilzer Alexander is in fourth place, and Janis Antetokounmpo and Stephen Curry are in fifth place.
Victor Wembanyama won the Rookie of the Year award last season. However, Oklahoma's big man Chet Holmgren was a strong contender.
The standout rookie this season is Jared McCain. He is a rookie ace for the Philadelphia 76ers. Joel Embiid and Paul George are not operating properly due to injuries. Tyreece Maxey also missed out on an early injury.
McCain is leading the attack in Philadelphia. It is followed by the Los Angeles Lakers' Dalton Knecht, Memphis Grizzlies Jack E.D., and San Antonio's Stephen Castle.
The defender of the year is overwhelmingly Victor Wembanyama. He was already evaluated as the league's top defender last season when he was a rookie. Using monstrous wingspan and height, we are building an iron fortress under the basket. Second place is Anthony Davis and Draymond Green. Reporter Ryu Dong-hyuk: sfryu@sportschosun.com
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