The finalists for the NBA's most valuable player award have been announced, with Victor Wembanyama, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, and Nikola Jokic making the cut. This marks the eighth year in a row that the MVP award will go to an international player.
Gilgeous-Alexander, the current MVP, is looking to secure back-to-back wins, while Jokic is aiming for his fourth MVP title. Wembanyama, also a contender for the defensive player of the year award, is seeking his first MVP win.
The streak of international MVPs began in 2019 and 2020 with Giannis Antetokounmpo, followed by Jokic's wins in 2021, 2022, and 2024. Joel Embiid took the award in 2023, and Gilgeous-Alexander won last year. Wembanyama has made a strong debut in the playoffs, scoring a record-breaking 35 points for the San Antonio Spurs in their 111-98 win over the Portland Trail Blazers.
The 2026 NBA playoffs continue on Sky Sports, with the Toronto Raptors facing the Cleveland Cavaliers on Monday evening.