Charted: Luka's MVP odds
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Luka Dončić is the fourth most likely NBA player to win the league's MVP award this season, according to the odds wizards in Las Vegas.
Why it matters: Dončić is the heart and soul of the Mavs right now — and he's a virtual highlight-making machine.
Why he should win: His 73-point game last month is a new franchise record and the fourth-most anyone has ever scored in an NBA game.
The other side: The Mavs haven't been great this season, despite the presence of two absolute superstars. The team's 32–23 record has them in seventh place in the Western Conference, close to the playoff bubble.
- The MVP candidates with better odds all have their teams closer to the top of the standings.
What's next: Watch Dončić — and all of the other top MVP contenders — in the NBA All-Star Game this Sunday.