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NBA: 10 Thoughts As The Stretch Run Begins

Feb 27, 2017; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Golden State Warriors forward Kevin Durant (35) in action against the Philadelphia 76ers at Wells Fargo Center. The Golden State Warriors won 119-108. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 27, 2017; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Golden State Warriors forward Kevin Durant (35) in action against the Philadelphia 76ers at Wells Fargo Center. The Golden State Warriors won 119-108. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports
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Mar 1, 2017; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Houston Rockets guard James Harden (13) celebrates after a 3-point basket against the Los Angeles Clippers during a NBA basketball game at Staples Center. The Rockets defeated the Clippers 122-103. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 1, 2017; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Houston Rockets guard James Harden (13) celebrates after a 3-point basket against the Los Angeles Clippers during a NBA basketball game at Staples Center. The Rockets defeated the Clippers 122-103. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

NBA Awards

Closing out my 10 big thoughts as the NBA begins its stretch run are my award predictions. Keep in mind, there’s still roughly a third of the season to be played but I believe most of the award winners have separated themselves from the pack.

NBA MVP – James Harden, Houston Rockets

Rookie of the Year – Joel Embiid, Philadelphia 76ers (I don’t care that he only played 31 games)

Coach of the Year – Scott Brooks, Oklahoma City Thunder

Most Improved Player – Nikola Jokic, Denver Nuggets

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Defensive Player of the Year – Draymond Green, Golden State Warriors

Sixth Man of the Year – Lou Williams, Houston Rockets

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