NBA Announces Finalists for Season's Top Awards

Victor Wembanyama and Nikola Jokic headline the list of finalists for the NBA's major awards, including MVP, Rookie of the Year, and Defensive Player of the Year.

Nikola Jokic, Luka Doncic, and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander are the finalists for the NBA's Most Valuable Player award.
Victor Wembanyama is nominated for both Rookie of the Year and Defensive Player of the Year, highlighting his impactful debut season.
The Sixth Man of the Year candidates include Malik Monk, Bobby Portis, and Naz Reid, recognized for their contributions off the bench.
Coach of the Year finalists are Mark Daigneault, Chris Finch, and Jamahl Mosley, acknowledging their teams' successes this season.
The awards, voted on by a panel of sportswriters and broadcasters, will be announced during the NBA playoffs.