It’s that time of year again, as the best NBA talents get rewarded for a season of excellence.
And although this year seemed pretty obvious to most, there may be a few winners on here that could surprise some. Here are the final winners for the 2017/18 NBA awards:
Rookie of the Year: Ben Simmons
https://twitter.com/NBA/status/1011417120578658305
After a season averaging a near triple-double, Simmons lead the Sixers all year long, helping them earn the 3rd seed in the East.
Most Improved Player: Victor Oladipo
https://twitter.com/RudeBoyyDotCom/status/1011445527765049344
Victor Oladipo, while being a valuable rotation player, wasn’t a star for the Thunder, and wasn’t close to being seen as one. This season, his jump has been significant, going from 15 points to averaging over 23. He’s shown the superstar he can be when leading a team on his own.
Defensive Player of The Year: Rudy Gobert
https://twitter.com/NBA/status/1011426978967109632
The Jazz had a fantastic season, and Rudy Gobert was a huge part of the reason why. As one of the most consistent rim protectors in the NBA, averaging 2.3 blocks for the season, Gobert takes home the well-deserved award in a tight race. If he can continue the stellar play, he will see his team continue to reap the benefits.
Sixth Man of The Year: Lou Williams
https://twitter.com/NBATV/status/1011426245047869440
While not having the best season (situationally) of his career, Williams persevered through it all to win Sixth Man of the Year yet again and gives the Clippers some hope moving forward.
Coach of The Year: Dwane Casey
https://twitter.com/BR_NBA/status/1011428502338355200
He got fired from the Raps this year after a disappointing loss in the postseason. But after an offseason of many changes, the Raptors experienced an enormous amount of success this year. Casey’s coaching, if you ask anyone, was a big reason why that was the case.
Executive of The Year: Daryl Morey
https://twitter.com/RealGM/status/1011435852898193408
When talking about team executives, it doesn’t get much better than Daryl Morey. He built the Rockets practically from the brink, by acquiring James Harden and surrounding him with a team that can compete year after year. As long as Morey is on the front-lines, the Rockets will remain relevant in the Western Conference.
Most Valuable Player: James Harden
It’s been years in the making, but James finally won his MVP award. Averaging 30 points a game this season, Harden lead the Rockets to an amazingly successful year and might’ve even been an NBA Champion had Chris Paul not gone down this postseason.
