Alexander, Denver Nuggets’ Nikola Jokić and Milwaukee Bucks’ Giannis Antetokounmpo were the only players to appear on every MVP ballot

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander wins MVP honors for the 1st time in his career, edging out Nikola Jokić and Giannis Antetokounmpo.

After the question was asked, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander couldn't help himself. He cracked a smile and burst into laughter when Mark Daigneault's name was mentioned at the end of his MVP press conference.