Summary
Draymond Green, a player for the Golden State Warriors, discussed potential candidates for the NBA MVP award on his podcast. He noted that while star players Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Nikola Jokic might become ineligible due to not playing enough games, other strong candidates include Cade Cunningham, Jaylen Brown, and Victor Wembanyama.
Key Facts
- NBA's MVP eligibility requires players to participate in at least 65 games.
- Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Nikola Jokic are at risk of becoming ineligible for the MVP award due to missed games.
- Draymond Green identified Cade Cunningham, Jaylen Brown, and Victor Wembanyama as possible MVP candidates.
- Cade Cunningham has significantly contributed to the Detroit Pistons' success in the Eastern Conference.
- Jaylen Brown's performance has helped the Boston Celtics stay near the top of the Eastern Conference.
- Victor Wembanyama has been pivotal for the San Antonio Spurs in the Western Conference.
- If chosen, Victor Wembanyama would become the youngest MVP in NBA history.
- The NBA regular season concludes on April 12, affecting final MVP eligibility and decisions.