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Nov 8, 2021; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (15) reacts on the bench after a play in the fourth quarter against the Miami Heat at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports
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Nov 8, 2021; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (15) reacts on the bench after a play in the fourth quarter against the Miami Heat at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports
The 2022-23 NBA season has been a treat for the fans. Brilliant performances from players across the league and nail-biting encounters have been in abundance, as the season nears the All-Star weekend. The MVP race is also heating up. The 2021-22 NBA season MVP Nikola Jokic is in the driver’s seat. However, he faces stern competition from the likes of Jayson Tatum, Giannis Antetkounmpo, and Luka Doncic, among others.
The latest NBA MVP standings have been revealed and certain names have surprised fans. Some NBA fans have even gone to the extent of calling the MVP race rigged on Twitter.
Nikola Jokic on course for a three-peat, as NBA Twitter reacts
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Denver Nuggets superstar Nikola Jokic is one of the most efficient players in the league. He may not be the most athletic player on the court, but his numbers make up for it. With yet another good season, the Serbian has a strong chance of winning the MVP award for a third time in a row. Recently, the updated list of MVP frontrunners from NBA.com has Nikola Jokic at the top. Here’s what NBA fans had to say regarding the latest MVP standings.
Rigged
— 🐸 (@ROBERTWILLlAMS) February 10, 2023
Jokic wasn’t even the best player on the court in any game this week. Rested Sunday, it was MPJ on Tuesday, and Aaron Gordon yesterday.
— Austin Swaim (@ASwaim3) February 10, 2023
Does the https://t.co/3b55iSBkUO media actually have any interest in entertaining anyone else?
WHAT ELSE DOES HE HAVE TO DO?! pic.twitter.com/q0tqPbewGe
— berna'🏺 (@bernakingsley) February 10, 2023
How has jokic been on the top all year like wtf
— Milwaukee Sports Fan (@justin27943627) February 10, 2023
Luka at 5 is crazy
— Ninja (@HenrySm73066642) February 10, 2023
As the above reactions suggest, a majority of the fans expected Giannis Antetokounmpo to lead the MVP race. The Milwaukee Bucks superstar, who recently made a huge LeBron James admission, is putting up insane numbers this season.
Can Giannis Antetokounmpo end Jokic’s reign?
Former NBA champion Giannis Antetokounmpo certainly has his eyes on the MVP trophy. He already has two awards and would like to add another to the collection.
He has had a great rivalry with Jokic for the MVP award over the years. Currently, he is averaging 32.3 points, 12.4 rebounds and 5.4 assists this season. On the other hand, Jokic averages 24.8 points, 11.3 rebounds, and 10.1 assists.
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Jan 4, 2023; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) during a break in the action against the Toronto Raptors during the second half at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports
Jokic currently averages a triple-double and it will prove to be difficult for the Greek Freak or any other player to better the Joker’s performances if the Serbian keeps it up. With the most crucial part of the season coming up, fans can expect an exciting MVP race.
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