Summary
Nikola Jokic, a star player for the Denver Nuggets, got injured, affecting his chances to win the NBA's Most Valuable Player (MVP) award. This injury has improved the chances for Luka Doncic of the Los Angeles Lakers to become the MVP. Currently, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is the favorite to win.
Key Facts
- Nikola Jokic from the Denver Nuggets suffered a knee injury.
- Jokic's recovery is expected to take at least a month.
- Jokic was previously a strong candidate for the NBA MVP award.
- Luka Doncic of the Los Angeles Lakers now has better odds of winning MVP.
- Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is the current favorite to win the MVP.
- Luka Doncic is having an almost career-best season, scoring an average of 33.7 points per game.
- The Lakers are currently fifth in the Western Conference with a 20-10 record.
- The Denver Nuggets have a 22-10 record despite Jokic's injury.
