Way-Too-Early 2027 NBA Player Awards | Ringer NBA Show
Summary
Howard Beck and Michael Pina make early, spicy NBA award predictions for the 2026-27 season, discussing Kawhi Leonard’s uncertain future and the Clippers-Raptors saga. They offer unconventional picks for Defensive Player of the Year, Sixth Man, and Most Improved, including Amen Thompson, Ja Morant, and Chet Holmgren. The hosts also critique the Portland Trail Blazers' Ja Morant trade and the Washington Wizards' roster construction.
Topics discussed
Intro and recap of last year's spicy awards
Kawhi Leonard's contract and Clippers situation
Sponsor segment: Boar's Head
Rules for the spicy awards picks
Defensive Player of the Year picks
Sixth Man of the Year picks
Team standings and playoff projections
John Wall trade and Memphis Grizzlies analysis
Boston Celtics and Jaylen Brown discussion
Most Improved Player picks
Carolina Reaper pick: Zach Edey
Rookie of the Year picks
Coach of the Year picks
MVP picks and LeBron James debate
Outro and review of past picks
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