The nerds give their NBA award predictions and final preseason power rankings. They discuss why Nikola Jokic will win MVP again, whether the Heat can replicate last year’s success, and if the Nuggets, Lakers, Celtics or Bucks will claim the Larry O’Brien trophy.

Timestamps

00:00:42 - Most Valuable Player

00:06:12 - Rookie of the Year

00:13:52 - Defensive Player of the Year

00:18:27 - Most Improved Player

00:26:13 - Coach of the Year

00:29:06 - Sixth Man of the Year

00:36:41 - NBA Power Rankings

00:37:06 - New Orleans Pelicans

00:40:40 - Oklahoma City Thunder

00:43:06 - New York Knicks

00:47:37 - Philadelphia 76ers

00:51:43 - Miami Heat

00:56:36 - Phoenix Suns

01:00:07 - Golden State Warriors

01:04:35 - Boston Celtics

01:08:11 - Los Angeles Lakers

01:12:28 - Milwaukee Bucks

01:17:44 - Denver Nuggets

01:21:39 - The nerds’ NBA Finals’ picks

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