In 2010 when Derrick Rose was asked what his expectations of the upcoming season were, he responded: "Why can't I be the MVP of the league" He ended up winning the MVP that season.

Michael was asked what the MVP credentials should be after being runner up to Magic for 86-87 NBA MVP

Luka when asked what getting the MVP award would mean to him Yea hopefully but the better I play the more I go down in ratings so I dont know what more I can do

Rachel Nichols on Luka's MVP case MVP is a full season award and it's for both sides of the ballso am I gonna vote him my number one for MVP No is he gonna be on my ballot absolutely

Rachel Nichols' Commentary on James Harden during his MVP year

Orlando head coach Jamahl Mosley Luka is having an MVP type year I think he's to me the front runner in that regard You're not gonna stop him with just one or two guys it's gotta be a 5-man job every time he's on the floor He understands the game gets his teammates involved the right way

MVP Voter Michael Wilbon says he would vote for Jaylen Brown for MVP if the season ended today Tony Kornheiser agrees with him