Kia MVP Ladder Tracker: Week-by-week updates for 2025-26

NBA.com’s Shaun Powell breaks down the Kia NBA MVP race every Friday during the season with his weekly ranking in the Kia MVP Ladder. (Editor’s Note: The first edition of the Kia MVP Ladder was released in Week 3, and there wasn’t a Week 18 ranking due to the All-Star break.)
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Michael Wilbon on why Luka Doncic won't get his vote for MVP

Although Luka Doncic is having a fantastic season and is trying to pry his way into the NBA MVP discussion, he still has his share of critics. They continue to attack him for his ball-dominant style of play,

With Cade Cunningham likely out of the running, here are top MVP candidates

The race for NBA Most Valuable Player is down to the final 10 or so games of the season.

Starting 5: Hornets put away Knicks, a new face atop Kia MVP Ladder & a weekend preview

The Hornets keep rolling, there's a new name leading the Kia MVP Ladder and we look ahead to the key games this weekend, too.

Jaylen Brown admits he keeps tabs on Luka Doncic and many of his rivals for the MVP award

Luka Doncic continues to be a true superstar for the Lakers, and his peers are also enamored with his performances.
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Caleb Williams for MVP? Five reasons one analyst backs the Bears 'Ice Man'

Caleb Williams has the tools, the coach and the talent. GMFB NFL analyst explains why the Bears QB will win the league MVP in 2026

Another MVP night from Shai Gilgeous-Alexander isn't enough to get past Boston

OKC fell on Wednesday night to Boston, even with another amazing performance from the MVP.

Isiah Thomas claims NBA’s MVP race is between unexpected players

Basketball Hall of Famer Isiah Thomas shared his opinion on the ongoing NBA Most Valuable Player award race.