Following the recent injury news concerning Nikola Jokic, the NBA MVP race faces a significant shift. Many are now speculating if Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has a clearer path to the award. Jokic's immediate future involves a demanding schedule of 18 games over the next four weeks, bringing him close to the crucial 65-game eligibility threshold. Meanwhile, Giannis Antetokounmpo's MVP chances are hampered by potential missed games and the Bucks' inconsistent performance. Luka Doncic's healthy season could be overshadowed by underlying metrics suggesting a potential regression for the Mavericks. NBAMVP Jokic SGA Giannis LukaDoncic Nuggets Thunder Bucks Mavericks