Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green has voiced concerns about the NBA’s Most Valuable Player voting process, emphasizing the heavy impact of subjective opinions.
Speaking with NBA insider Brandon “Scoop B” Robinson, Green pointed to the lack of standardized criteria as a major flaw, saying, “These awards have such a huge bearing and carry a very huge weight in people’s eyes and unfortunately just being an opinion? It’s tough. Because opinions can be affected by anything.”
Green’s comments arrive as the league announced its 2024-25 MVP finalists: Giannis Antetokounmpo, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, and Nikola Jokic.
Reflecting on the lasting influence of accolades, Green added, “You could probably have your name etched in stone in NBA history; you know how incredible that is? And yet, it’s based on someone’s opinion, you know? So I think just if there was more of a criteria, that’s what I would change.”
The MVP award has historically played a crucial role in shaping player legacies, impacting Hall of Fame candidacies, endorsements, and even contract incentives.
This year’s MVP race features standout campaigns from all three finalists, each leading their squads to postseason success.
Antetokounmpo averaged 30.4 points, 11.9 rebounds, and 6.5 assists for the Milwaukee Bucks, helping them finish fifth in the Eastern Conference with a 48-34 record.
Jokic delivered 29.6 points, 12.7 rebounds, and 10.2 assists per game while leading the Denver Nuggets to a 50-32 mark and the fourth seed in the West.
Gilgeous-Alexander steered the Oklahoma City Thunder to the NBA’s best regular season record at 68-14, topping the league in scoring with 32.7 points per game.
MVP voting is completed before the playoffs begin, with ballots based solely on regular season performances.
