The top 5 NBA MVP candidates through the quarter mark
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It has been an interesting NBA season, to say the least. The league has an abundance of talent which has made every game competitive and a gut-wrencher to pull off a victory. Even the worst teams such as the Houston Rockets and Orlando Magic have impressive young talent on their rosters.
With the impressive talent around the league, there are those who are separating themselves as the elite amongst the elites, guiding their teams to victory and showing how valuable they are to their respective franchises. From Stephen Curry splashing no-look threes to Giannis Antetokounmpo throwing down vicious slams on his opponents, let’s get into my top 5 NBA MVP candidates at this current junction of the season.
Honorable Mentions: Devin Booker (Phoenix Suns), Kevin Durant (Brooklyn Nets), Zion Williamson, (New Orleans Pelicans, Anthony Davis (Los Angeles Lakers), Donovan Mitchell (Cleveland Cavaliers)