Jokić is the reigning MVP who’s won the award three times, while Gilgeous-Alexander was the NBA's top scorer this season.

There were no surprise names on the list, although that is not going to keep some players from feeling snubbed.

NBA Awards Finalists Most Valuable Player. Giannis Antetokounmpo, Milwaukee. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Oklahoma City. Nikola Jokic, Denver. Defensive Player of the Year. Dyson Dani ...