NBA MVP Picks: Executive Explains Why Dallas Mavericks’ Luka Doncic Will Win

The media has a big influence on the MVP winner. Doncic didn't show up to training camp in shape. The Mavericks got off to a slow start last season. They were adjusting to the coaching change and integrating Kristaps Porzingis. He was also placed in the NBA health & safety protocol.

Dallas Mavericks' Luka Doncic is a preseason favorite for NBA MVP. Don ced his team's record after Christmas Day last season. He was injured and out of shape, but he returned to form in mid-January. In an ESPN poll, Giannis Antetokounmpo led with five votes, while Lukas Donocic (four), Joel Embiid ( four), and Steph Curry (two) were the only players to receive multiple votes. Western Conference executive picks Doncoic as his MVP pick.   The executive explains why he thinks Dallas Mavericks will win over 50 games.