Quote (Sixers @ Dec 8 2024 08:04am)
Giannis is favored to win MVP over Tatum right now betting wise.
narrative matters a lot, the fact the Celtics are coming off a Championship and probably cruise to #1 again will play into Tatum's case
the media loves to slurp Boston's lollipop whenever possible too, Doris Burke is supposed to be a Bucks announcer and during the whole game all she could do is get on her knees to deep throat various Celtics figures
I think Giannis is the better player but the Celtics being a better team will be compelling. The Bucks probably end up 3-5 while the Celtics end up #1. There will be some higher expectations for Giannis as well since he already won 2x MVPs
If the Nuggets are outside the top 4, only SGA and possibly Luka could win the MVP over Tatum IMO. Luka has a tendency to heat up as the season goes on
Towns is worth a mention atm as well, he is playing fantastic