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Cooper Flagg and Kon Kneuppel had one of the tightest races for the ROTY award. The voting margin wasn't a large one at all.

‘Instant Chills,’ ‘Immaculate’ — NBA World Reacts as Kyrie Irving Narrates Mavs’ Hype Video for Cooper Flagg’s ROY Award

Apr 28, 2026 @ 12:08am

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After winning the Rookie of the Year Award, Cooper Flagg receives a heartfelt tribute from veteran teammate Kyrie Irving.

‘KON ROBBED,’ ‘Holy Sh*t’ — NBA World Reacts As Cooper Flagg Wins Rookie of the Year Award Over Kon Knueppel

Apr 27, 2026 @ 8:28pm

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After Cooper Flagg and Kon Knueppel battled back and forth for Rookie of the Year honors all season, the final decision surprised many.

Cooper Flagg vs. Kon Knueppel: When Will NBA Announce Rookie of the Year Winner?

Apr 26, 2026 @ 11:00am

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The Rookie of the Year race featuring Cooper Flagg and Kon Knueppel is heating up. Here’s when the NBA will reveal the winner.

Keldon Johnson Breaks Down After Winning NBA Sixth Man Of The Year Award

Apr 23, 2026 @ 12:24am

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Keldon Johnson, who started his career with the Spurs as a possible long-term starter, was overwhelmed with emotions after he won the NBA's Sixth Man of the Year award.

Spurs’ Keldon Johnson Wins NBA Award on Wednesday

Apr 22, 2026 @ 6:54pm

Athlon Sports

San Antonio Spurs forward Keldon Johnson wins the Sixth Man of the Year award.

NBA Awards 2025-26: Rolling Winners List for Basketball’s Top Annual Honors

Apr 22, 2026 @ 12:42pm

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The NBA has begun announcing 2025-26 award winners, with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Victor Wembanyama leading the list as MVP and other honors remain undecided.

"Ain't none of them players better than Kevin Durant" – Jason Williams is tired of seeing non-Americans win the MVP award – Basketball Network

Apr 22, 2026 @ 2:33am

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Basketball Network

"Ain't none of them players better than Kevin Durant" - Jason Williams is tired of seeing non-Americans win the MVP award Basketball Network

Hornets Rookie Kon Knueppel Wins Award Over Cooper Flagg

Apr 21, 2026 @ 7:47pm

Athlon Sports

Kon Knueppel had a fantastic season for the Charlotte Hornets during the 2025-26 NBA regular season. Charlotte started the season 4-13 and appeared to be on its way to a fourth straight sub-.500 record. Instead, the Hornets started buzzing, going 40-25 the rest of the year to earn a spot in the ...

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander wins another NBA award

Apr 21, 2026 @ 7:22pm

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Larry Brown Sports

Oklahoma City Thunder superstar Shai Gilgeous-Alexander won the NBA MVP in 2024-25 and he is now adding another award to his trophy case. On Tuesday, the NBA announced that Gilgeous-Alexander won the KIA NBA Clutch Player of the Year award, making him the fourth winner in the four years the award has been around. Gilgeous-Alexander … The post Shai Gilgeous-Alexander wins another NBA award appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

Bill Simmons Admits NBA Play-In Games Forced Last-Minute Change to His Awards Vote

Apr 20, 2026 @ 10:52pm

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Recency bias has affected media voting when it comes to major NBA awards. Bill Simmons publicly admitted that the league is to blame for this narrative.

‘This Logic Absolutely REEKS’ — NBA World Rips Bill Simmons’ Controversial Admission About His Awards Ballot

Apr 20, 2026 @ 2:13pm

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NBA analyst Bill Simmons' unexpected reveal that he switched his 6MoY vote from Jaime Jaquez Jr to Keldon Johnson left the NBA world miffed.

“It’s Clear The League Hates Toronto”: Fans Slam Scottie Barnes’ Omission From Defensive Player of the Year Finalists

Apr 19, 2026 @ 11:21pm

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Fans were not happy that Scottie Barnes did not make the final three for the Defensive Player of the Year award.

NBA sparks wild reactions after announcement of 2025-26 MVP award finalists

Apr 19, 2026 @ 9:00pm

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The NBA has made serious noise following the announcement of their finalists for the annual MVP award of the 2025-26 season. Last season saw Oklahoma City Thunder star guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander earn the honors over Denver Nuggets star center Nikola Jokic. Not only are both stars back on the finalists list for the award, but […] The post NBA sparks wild reactions after announcement of 2025-26 MVP award finalists appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Draymond Green Calls Out Timberwolves After Anthony Edwards Snub

Apr 19, 2026 @ 7:20pm

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Draymond Green did not hold back when discussing Anthony Edwards’ absence from All-NBA eligibility, especially as exceptions surfaced for other stars. The debate centers on the NBA’s 65-game rule, which determines eligibility for major awards. While the rule aims to limit rest-related absences, this season introduced nuance.Lakers guard Luka Doncic and Pistons guard Cade Cunningham […] The post Draymond Green Calls Out Timberwolves After Anthony Edwards Snub appeared first on Heavy Sports.

Cade Cunningham Injury Update: Will Pistons Star Play Tonight vs. Magic?

Apr 19, 2026 @ 10:09am

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The court is set for an intense series as the Detroit Pistons gear up to take on the Orlando Magic in the first round of the playoffs. With Cade Cunningham cleared and ready to showcase his skills, the excitement is palpable

Steve Nash adamant Luka Doncic should be eligible for NBA awards and not ‘punished for injury’ as he names his MVP

Apr 18, 2026 @ 1:58pm

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NBA legend Steve Nash reckons Luka Doncic should be eligible for the Most Valuable Player award after his injury setback. Los Angeles Lakers star Doncic won an appeal this week…

Pistons’ Cade Cunningham thanks NBA for honors eligibility: ‘It’s a blessing’

Apr 17, 2026 @ 8:37pm

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The NBA pulled off a stunning decision by granting the Extraordinary Circumstances Challenge exception for Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham for regular season awards. After falling short of the league’s 65-game rule by one game, the NBA decided to bypass the rule, making Cunningham and Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic eligible for 2025-26 awards […] The post Pistons’ Cade Cunningham thanks NBA for honors eligibility: ‘It’s a blessing’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Kevin Garnett Issues Kobe Bryant-Esque Challenge to Anthony Edwards After Timberwolves Star’s NBA Awards Ineligibility

Apr 17, 2026 @ 7:00am

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Kevin Garnett implores Anthony Edwards to push past his ineligibility for NBA awards by gunning for an even higher goal.

‘How on Earth Does He Have a Vote?’ — Calls Mount for NBA Champion to Lose Awards Ballot After Concerning Admission

Apr 16, 2026 @ 11:39pm

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NBA observers are calling for Kendrick Perkins to lose his vote for the league's end-of-season awards after his admission regarding LaMelo Ball.

NBA Awards Voters Candidly Admit League’s Controversial Decision Influenced End-of-Season Honors

Apr 16, 2026 @ 11:22pm

NBA analysts Rachel Nichols and Kendrick Perkins both admitted to allowing the play-in tournament affect their ballots for end-of-season awards.

"What a joke" – Fans Explode as Anthony Edwards Shut Out While Luka Doncic Remains in NBA Awards Race – Sportskeeda

Apr 16, 2026 @ 10:59pm