NBA Announces MVP Finalists: Antetokounmpo, Jokic, Gilgeous-Alexander

The NBA has named Giannis Antetokounmpo, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, and Nikola Jokic as the three finalists for the 2024–25 Most Valuable Player award, with Antetokounmpo finishing among the top three for a seventh consecutive season. While Antetokounmpo delivered another dominant campaign, Jokic and Gilgeous-Alexander are considered strong favorites, with betting odds heavily favoring one of them for the trophy. Jokic is seeking his fourth MVP in five years, while Gilgeous-Alexander, the league's scoring champion, is in contention for his first. Being an MVP finalist now essentially guarantees a spot on the All-NBA First Team, marking Antetokounmpo’s ninth appearance. The official MVP and other major NBA award winners will be announced in the coming weeks. This competitive field reflects a golden era of NBA stardom, with several notable performances across the league.