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Roundtable: Who will be the NBA MVP this season?

The 2026-2027 NBA MVP race is shaping up as a three-way battle between standout performers, each with compelling arguments for the award. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander remains a frontrunner, with analysts suggesting he could elevate the Oklahoma City Thunder to elite status and push for a third consecutive MVP trophy.

His ability to dominate both offensively and defensively, combined with the Thunder’s potential to surpass even the top-seeded San Antonio Spurs in the standings, makes him a strong candidate. Meanwhile, Victor Wembanyama’s dominance as a rookie and his continued growth with the Spurs has drawn heavy betting odds, though skepticism lingers about whether voters will fully embrace a third-year player for the award so early in his career.

Luka Dončić, meanwhile, is poised for a historic season, with projections of triple-double averages and the Dallas Mavericks targeting 50 wins—a campaign that could finally secure the MVP recognition he’s long deserved, especially as his physical prime aligns with the narrative of peak performance.

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