The NBA season started with a banger first week, and the race for the league MVP award is already heating up. There are many players on the list, some veterans and some young players like Dallas? Luka Doncic, who is just 24 YO and hasn?t even entered his prime yet. There is a strong case that Doncic fits the bill to be an MVP of this season.?

Luka had the best game in the opening week of this season until Zach Lavine stole the first spot for most points by scoring 51 points. Luka spoiled Victor Wembanyama’s league debut by dropping 33 points, a triple-double in his first season game. He continued showcasing his unparalleled skill, making impossible shots and scoring 49 points. Although last season was a disappointing one for the Mavs, Luka had his career-best season. He made the second-highest average? 32.4 points per game in the league.

A comedian predicts Doncic to win league MVP

Luka is already the reigning Euro MVP champion. Given that the league is coming off at running centers for honoring MVPs, many are willing to take a bet on Jokic.

Comedian and writer Pat Barker recently predicted that Doncic would win the MVP award this season. Barker believes the league is ready to honor a new face, especially after recent wins by centers like Giannis Antetokounmpo and Nikola Jokic.

?They will give it to somebody who hasn?t gotten it before? So let?s go, Luka. I feel like they are dying to give it to Luka?, Barker said.

There are several reasons why Doncic could be this season?s MVP.?

The Case for Doncic

Firstly, he?s already had multiple seasons where one could have argued he should have earned the NBA MVP. Secondly, with Kyrie Irving joining the Mavericks, Dallas should be in line to win more in 2023-24. This will lead to more MVP attention for Luka Doncic.

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Doncic?s stats speak for themselves. With an impressive average of 33.0 points, 13.0 rebounds, and 10.0 assists per game last season, he?s certainly making a strong case for himself.

While it?s still early in the season, Luka Doncic?s performances have certainly put him in the running for the MVP award.?

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