Nikola Jokic’s chances of winning a fourth NBA MVP award are significantly diminished after hyperextending his knee, sidelining him for at least four weeks and jeopardizing his eligibility for the 65-game minimum requirement. Other MVP candidates, like Giannis Antetokounmpo, Victor Wembanyama, and Steph Curry, also face challenges in meeting this threshold. As the new year begins, players such as Donovan Mitchell, Alperen Sengun, and Anthony Edwards are emerging as top contenders for the award. The NBA MVP landscape is shifting as injuries impact key players’ availability.
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