Three-time NBA MVP Nikola Jokic looks to take him his fourth trophy, but to do so, he'll have to catch up to Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, who has taken the lead for the first time all season.
Eastern conference stars Giannis Antetokounmpo, Jayson Tatum, Karl-Anthony Towns are hot on their heels, with Anthony Davis of the Los Angeles Lakers and Anthony Edwards of the Minnesota Timberwolves in the mix.
Former MVP award winners Kevin Durant and Stephen Curry make the list, but are long shots as of now.
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