Shai Gilgeous-Alexander voted 2025-26 NBA MVP as voting reveals competitive race
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 11:20 PM
Last updated Jun 11, 2026
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has been named the 2025-2026 NBA MVP, with the announcement made on May 17 by Shams Charania. The voting highlighted a competitive race among a strong top six, including notable seasons from Jaylen Brown, Cade Cunningham, Luka Doncic, Victor Wembanyama, and Nikola Jokic. Each finalist presented a compelling case for the award, showcasing exceptional performances throughout the season. The depth of talent in this MVP race has sparked discussions about its historical significance.
- •Shai Gilgeous-Alexander wins 2025-26 NBA MVP.
- •Jaylen Brown finishes sixth in MVP voting with 29 points per game.
- •Cade Cunningham leads Pistons to top seed after drastic turnaround.
- •Luka Doncic averages 33.5 points, 8 rebounds, and 8 assists.
- •Nikola Jokic leads the league in both rebounds and assists.
- 11:20 PMYahoo Sports — Was the 2025-26 NBA MVP Race Sneakily the Deepest Ever?
"On May 17, Shams Charania broke the news that Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had been voted as the 2025-2026 NBA MVP. While a majority of both fans and insiders saw this coming, not enough people are talking about just how strong a case each of the top six finishers had to win the award. Each individual seemed […] The post Was the 2025-26 NBA MVP Race Sneakily the Deepest Ever? appeared first on The Lead.
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