It feels a bit open this year, doesn’t it? Reigning MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo is only 24, and his team should dominate the East. Can you avoid giving him the award again if he adds a consistent jumper to his already stocked arsenal?
Perpetual bridesmaid James Harden could garner his second bit of hardware if his pairing with Russell Westbrook works out. Both LeBron James and Anthony Davis could be in line if the Lakers finally return to contention.
Thing is, though, fresh off of carrying the annually underachieving Raptors to the Larry O’Brien trophy, a narrative started to formulate that The Fun Guy had laughed all the way to “best player” status.