NBA season predictions: Expert picks for standings, NBA Finals, more
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Key Points:
- For the 2024-25 NBA season, every major individual award, including MVP, Defensive Player of the Year, and Rookie of the Year, went to first-time winners, marking the first time this has happened since 2014-15.
- Victor Wembanyama is the clear favorite to win Defensive Player of the Year and is a strong contender for MVP, provided he meets the 65-game minimum requirement.
- The Rookie of the Year race is highly competitive, with Cam Boozer and Dybantsa among the top candidates, influenced by their roles and team opportunities.
- Coach of the Year predictions favor coaches leading teams that exceed expectations, with Toronto’s Darko and Boston’s Joe Mazzulla among the frontrunners.
- Luka Dončić is considered a strong MVP candidate due to his central role on the Lakers, with experts noting this could be his best chance to win after several near misses.
