New York, NY – The NBA has officially revealed the date for the most anticipated award announcement of the year — the 2025 Kia NBA Most Valuable Player (MVP). The league confirmed that the winner of the coveted honor will be revealed in a live primetime broadcast on May 28, 2025, stirring excitement across the basketball world.
And once again, the spotlight is firmly on Denver Nuggets superstar Nikola Jokić, who has been named one of the top three finalists for this year’s award, solidifying his status as one of the greatest players of his generation.
Jokić Among the Elite Once Again
The announcement marks Jokić’s fifth consecutive appearance as an MVP finalist, an achievement few players in NBA history have matched. The two-time MVP (2021 & 2022) and reigning NBA Champion continues to dominate the league with his unmatched blend of size, vision, skill, and leadership.
Throughout the 2024–2025 regular season, Jokić has posted staggering averages of:
•27.4 points per game
•11.8 rebounds
•9.3 assists
•Shooting over 57% from the field and nearly 40% from three
More importantly, he’s led the Denver Nuggets to one of the best records in the league, anchoring both their offense and their locker room with a calm, unselfish presence that defines his MVP-caliber impact.
MVP Finalists: A Fierce Race
Joining Jokić in the MVP finalist trio are:
•Giannis Antetokounmpo (Milwaukee Bucks): A defensive monster and two-way force who’s had one of his most efficient seasons.
•Luka Dončić (Dallas Mavericks): A scoring and playmaking machine who led the league in points per game and dazzled fans with nightly triple-doubles.
This year’s MVP race is considered one of the closest in recent memory, with all three candidates bringing historic numbers and leadership to the court.
Fan and Player Reactions Pour In
Social media exploded following the announcement, with #JokicForMVP and #MVP2025 trending within minutes. Teammates and fans alike rallied behind the Serbian superstar.
“He’s the engine of everything we do,” said Nuggets head coach David Adelman. “He makes everyone better. That’s the definition of MVP.”
Former MVP and NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal weighed in on TNT, saying:
“Jokić might be the most skilled big man we’ve ever seen. What he’s doing year after year — it’s unreal.”
What to Expect on May 28th
The MVP announcement will be part of a special NBA Awards Night broadcast, which will also include other major honors such as:
•Rookie of the Year
•Defensive Player of the Year
•Sixth Man of the Year
•Most Improved Player
The event will feature interviews with the finalists, celebrity appearances, and exclusive behind-the-scenes content.
Will Jokić Make History Again?
If Nikola Jokić wins, he will become just the ninth player in NBA history to win three MVPs, joining the likes of Michael Jordan, LeBron James, Magic Johnson, and Larry Bird — placing him in rare and elite company.
Regardless of the outcome, one thing is clear: Nikola Jokić’s greatness is no longer up for debate — it’s becoming legendary.
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