NBA MVP Finalists Revealed: Wembanyama, Gilgeous-Alexander, and Jokic in the Running

The finalists for the NBA's most valuable player award have been announced, with Victor Wembanyama, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, and Nikola Jokic making the shortlist. This marks the eighth consecutive year that the MVP award will be given to an international player. Gilgeous-Alexander, the current MVP, is seeking to claim the title for the second year in a row, while Jokic is aiming for his fourth MVP win. Wembanyama, who is also a contender for the defensive player of the year award, is hoping to secure his first MVP title. The streak of international MVPs began in 2019 and 2020 with Giannis Antetokounmpo, followed by Jokic's wins in 2021, 2022, and 2024, and Joel Embiid's victory in 2023. Wembanyama recently made his playoff debut, scoring a record-breaking 35 points as the San Antonio Spurs defeated the Portland Trail Blazers. The NBA playoffs continue, with the Toronto Raptors facing the Cleveland Cavaliers on Sky Sports+.