NBA names new MVP trophy after five-time MVP Michael Jordan

The NBA's Most Valuable Player trophy is now named after Michael Jordan.

Chicago Bulls' Michael Jordan looks at the MVP award presented to him before the Bulls-Indiana Pacers playoff game Tuesday, May 19, 1998 in Chicago. The NBA’s Most Valuable Player trophy is now named after Michael Jordan.

“Our new collection of trophies celebrates some of the greatest and most impactful players in the history of the NBA,” NBA commissioner Adam Silver said in a statement. “As we recognize the league’s top performers each season, we also pay tribute to the legends who embody these prestigious awards.” It appears to be a three-man race for the 2022-23 MVP at the moment. The Milwaukee Bucks’ Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Boston Celtics Jayson Tatum are the betting favorites at +275 to win MVP while the Dallas Mavericks’ Luka Doncic is at +300.

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