With the NBA season coming to a close, Joel Embiid and Nikola Jokic are the sole MVP contenders according to both experts and fans, with Damian Lillard also weighing in.
During an appearance on "The Dan Patrick Show," the Portland Trail Blazers' top guard expressed his view on the MVP race, selecting Joel Embiid as the top contender due to his consistent dominance and impressive team performance.
Lillard expressed that giving the award to a two-time winner while neglecting someone performing equally well or better, who missed out in the past, is unjustifiable.
Lillard's opinion on MVP has sparked discussions among analysts who argue that Embiid, leading the 76ers to third place in the East, deserves the award.
While some acknowledge Jokic's historical stats - nearing a triple-double as a center, leading Denver to the top of the West, others argue for Embiid's MVP worthiness.