Emirates NBA Cup

Jalen Brunson has entered the top five of the Kia MVP Ladder following his strong performance in the 2025 Emirates NBA Cup, where the New York Knicks defeated the San Antonio Spurs in the championship. The top three spots remain unchanged, with Nikola Jokić, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, and Luka Dončić holding steady. Victor Wembanyama also rises after leading the Spurs to the final.