NBA Finalists for Major Awards Announced, Featuring Giannis and Jokic

NEW YORK, April 21, 2025 – The finalists for the NBA‘s seven major regular season awards have been unveiled, highlighting standout players including Giannis Antetokounmpo, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, and Nikola Jokic for the coveted Kia Most Valuable Player (MVP) award.

This announcement comes as the league prepares to reveal the winners of the Kia NBA Sixth Man Award, Kia NBA Clutch Player of the Year, and Kia NBA Defensive Player of the Year over the course of the week. Fans can also look forward to the announcement of the NBA Hustle Award winner.

The complete schedule for award announcements, provided by NBA Communications, will keep fans updated on winners throughout the postseason. As the playoffs progress, additional recognitions will be revealed, including the Kia All-NBA Teams and the Kia All-Rookie Teams.

“This year’s MVP race is incredibly competitive with phenomenal talents, and it’s an honor to see these players recognized,” said an NBA representative. The inclusion of Antetokounmpo, who has previously won the MVP award, alongside rising stars like Gilgeous-Alexander and Jokic, underscores the evolving dynamic of the league.

In addition to the MVP award, the NBA will also honor various achievements with several other awards. This includes the NBA Basketball Executive of the Year, the NBA Twyman-Stokes Teammate of the Year, the NBA Social Justice Champion, the NBA Sportsmanship Award, and the J. Walker Kennedy Citizenship Award as determined by the Professional Basketball Writers Association.

Fans are encouraged to follow the announcements as they are made throughout the week and into the playoffs. “We are excited to celebrate all the hard work and dedication these players have shown throughout the season,” added the league representative.