Nikola Jokic Joins the Very Exclusive Group of European MVPs

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It is the most prestigious individual award in the NBA.

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There have been 68 NBA MVPs awarded with 35 different individuals winning it but only 3 of them have been European.

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Dirk Nowitzki 2005-2006 NBA MVP

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Dirk was the first European player to win MVP and did it whilst averaging 24 points, 8 rebounds on 41% from the 3.

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Giannis Antetokounmpo 2018-19 & 2019-20 NBA MVP

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The Greek Freak was the first European player to win back-to-back MVP awards and he did it whilst averaging 28/11/6 & 30/11/6

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Nikola Jokic 2020-21 & 2021-22 NBA MVP

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He was the first 2nd round draft pick to win MVP and did so averaging 26/10/8 and 27/14/8.

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