Who are the early leaders and surprises in the NBA awards races?
Our experts answer the big questions and make bold predictions after a month of games
1. Who is your MVP so far?
Kevin Arnovitz, ESPN: LeBron James. This is a pick 'em with Giannis Antetokounmpo of the 13-4 Milwaukee Bucks. But James has put up some of his best production since Miami, and he's doing it for a team with no player -- save JaVale McGee -- playing anywhere near his potential. His outburst over the weekend against Miami was vintage LeBron, while his transcendent performance against Portland a week ago was an uncanny display of range and finesse.