The NBA has announced the top 3 finalists for each of its major individual awards. Finalists were chosen by a global panel of writers and broadcasters who cast their ballots prior to the start of the league’s play-in tournament this week.
Winners of each award will be announced later this postseason.
MVP:
Finalists
Giannis Antetokounmpo, Bucks
Joel Embiid, 76ers
Nikola Jokic, Nuggets
Defensive Player of the Year:
Finalists
Mikal Bridges, Suns
Rudy Gobert, Jazz
Marcus Smart, Celtics
Rookie of the Year:
Finalists
Scottie Barnes, Raptors
Cade Cunningham, Pistons
Evan Mobley, Cavaliers
6th Man of the Year:
Finalists
Tyler Herro, Heat
Cam Johnson, Suns
Kevin Love, Cavaliers
Most Improved Player:
Finalists
Darius Garland, Cavaliers
Ja Morant, Grizzlies
Dejounte Murray, Spurs
Coach of the Year:
Finalists
Taylor Jenkins, Grizzlies
Erik Spoelstra, Heat
Monty Williams, Suns