The Ringer NBA Show NBA Midseason Awards! | Real Ones
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Jan 13, 2026 As the NBA season reaches its halfway point, the hosts dish out their midseason awards. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander takes the crown for MVP, while exciting rookies like Vijay Edgecombe and Cooper Flagg make waves. They also analyze candidates for Crashout of the Year, with fiery meltdowns from players like Draymond Green and JJ Redick stealing the spotlight. Breaking news reveals Anthony Davis is headed for surgery, leaving the Mavericks reconsidering their strategy as they debate whether to develop for the future or stay competitive.
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SGA’s Dominant MVP Case
- Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is the clear midseason MVP due to elite efficiency and heavy availability for OKC.
- He sustained a 33-7 pace despite teammates missing many games, making him the team's engine.
Jalen Brown's MVP-Scale Impact
- Jalen Brown has emerged as a leading MVP candidate by taking Boston further than expected without top-tier help.
- His production and leadership make the Celtics competitive despite roster turnover and Tatum's absence.
65-Game Rule Warps MVP Race
- The NBA's 65-game rule skews this season's MVP race by potentially disqualifying top candidates.
- Howard warns that missing games (Jokic, Wembanyama, Giannis) warps ballots and the award's integrity.