2025 NBA Playoffs and MVP Race Heat Up

The 2025 NBA awards season has sparked intense debate, particularly around the MVP race between Nikola Jokic and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, with the latter being favored due to his stellar performance and leading the Oklahoma City Thunder to 68 wins. Despite Jokic's remarkable season averaging a triple-double, opinions are divided among media personalities. The NBA playoffs are set with the Cleveland Cavaliers leading the East after a 64-win season, while the chaotic Western Conference saw the LA Clippers securing the 5th seed, facing the Denver Nuggets. Meanwhile, some teams like the Philadelphia 76ers and Utah Jazz have been criticized for apparent tanking strategies post-All-Star break. The playoffs will kick off with a play-in tournament featuring a total of 20 teams vying for the championship.