Eight MVP Voters Left Luka Doncic Off Ballots Despite Scoring Title

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Eight MVP Voters Left Luka Doncic Off Ballots Despite Scoring Title

Doncic was left off eight MVP ballots despite leading the NBA at 33.5 points per game, plus 7.7 rebounds and 8.3 assists for the Lakers. The list included voters from ESPN, The Athletic, Boston Globe, and other outlets, making the omissions look even louder after another season built on elite scoring and playmaking.

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