We are over a quarter into the 2020–21 NBA season, and the MVP race is starting to heat up. LeBron James, Joel Embiid, Nikola Jokic and Kevin Durant have all built incredible cases so far.
The Crossover staff picks their favorite candidate as we move further into the season.
Howard Beck: LeBron James
Let’s not overthink this, folks. The Lakers, minus a few minor hiccups, have dominated the first quarter of the season. They’re playing at a 59-win pace (based on an 82-game season). The defending champs are the clear favorites to win it all again.