Get the Updated list of the Most NBA MVPs! Know the Ultimate Legends!
NBA MVP (Most Valuable Player) is one of the most prestigious NBA annual awards given since the 1955-56 Season to the best-performing player in the NBA's regular season. Prior to 2021, MVP winners received the Morris Podoff Trophy, named in honor of Morris Podoff, the NBA's first commissioner. From the 2022-23 NBA Season, the Morris Podoff Trophy has been changed to the Michael Jordan Trophy, named after the greatest Basketball player of all time Michael Jordan. Every player who has won the NBA MVP Award, they are eligible for the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame and has been inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. The legendary Kareem Abdul-Jabbar has won the most NBA MVP Awards, a total of six times in his career, while Michael Jordan and Bill Russell have won five NBA MVPs. LeBron James (King James) and Wilt Chamberlain have won four NBA MVPs, while LeBron and Russell are the only players to have won this Award four times in Five Seasons in the NBA (National Basketball Association). However, if you like to know more about the NBA MVP Awards, and the winners of all time in the NBA's history, this post welcomes you on board. Then keep reading;
How many Lakers players have won the NBA MVPs?
Four(4) of the Los Angeles Lakers players Kareem Abdul-Jabbar(1976, 1977, 1980) Magic Johnson(1987, 1989, 1990), Shaquille O'Neal(2000), and Kobe Bryant(2008) have won a total of Eight NBA MVPs (Most Valuable Player) awards during their tenure with the Lakers. The first Lakers player to receive this honor was Abdul-Jabbar in the 1975-1976 season. Kareem was followed by Magic Johnson, who won this award three times during his time with the Lakers in 1987, 1989, and 1990. Shaquille O'Neal was the next Lakers player to win the MVP, receiving the award in 2000. The most recent Lakers player to win the MVP award is Kobe Bryant, who earned this prestigious award in the 2007-2008 NBA season.
- Kareem Abdul-Jabbar: 1976, 1977, 1980
- Magic Johnson: 1987, 1989, 1990
- Shaquille O'Neal: 2000
- Kobe Bryant: 2008
How many Celtics players have won the NBA MVPs?
Four(4) of the Boston Celtics players, Bob Cousy(1957), Bill Russell(1958, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1965), Dave Cowens(1973), and Larry Bird(1984, 1985, 1986) have won a record total of 10 NBA MVP (Most Valuable Player) awards during their tenure with the Celtics. The first Celtics player to receive this honor was Bob Cousyin in the 1956-1957 season. Cousy was followed by Bill Russell, who won this award five times during his time with the Celtics in 1958, 1961, 1962, 1963, and 1965. Dave Cowens was the next Celtics player to win the MVP, receiving the award in 1973. The most recent Celtics player to win the MVP award is Larry Bird, who earned this prestigious award thrice in his time with the Boston Celtics in the 1984, 1985, and 1986 NBA seasons.
- Bob Cousy: 1957
- Bill Russell: 1958, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1965
- Dave Cowens: 1973
- Larry Bird: 1984, 1985, 1986
How many Warriors players have won the NBA MVPs?
Two(2) of the Golden State Warriors players, Wilt Chamberlain(1960) and Stephen Curry(2015, 2016) have won a total of three NBA MVPs (Most Valuable Player) awards during their tenure at the Warriors. The first Warriors player to receive this honor was Wilt Chamberlain, who received it 1959-1960 season. Chamberlain was followed by Stephen Curry, who won this award two times with the Warriors in 2015, and the 2016 NBA season while playing with the Warriors.
- Wilt Chamberlain: 1960
- Stephen Curry: 2015, 2016
How many Bulls players have won the NBA MVPs?
Two(2) of the Chicago Bulls players, Michael Jordan(1988, 1991, 1992, 1996, 1998) and Derrick Rose(2011) have won a total of six NBA MVPs (Most Valuable Player) awards while playing with the Bulls. The first Bulls player to receive this honor was the legendary basketball player of all time Michael Jordan, who received this five times in 1988, 1991, 1992, 1996, and 1998. Jordan was followed by Derrick Rose, who won this award one time during his time with the Bulls in the 2010-2011 NBA season while playing with the Bulls.
- Michael Jordan: 1988, 1991, 1992, 1996, 1998
- Derrick Rose: 2011
How many Spurs players have won the NBA MVPs?
Two(2) of the San Antonio Spurs players David Robinson(1995) and Tim Duncan(2002, 2003) have won a total of three NBA MVPs (Most Valuable Player) awards while playing for the Spurs. The first Spurs player to receive this honor was David Robinson, who received this one time in the 1994-1995 season. Robinson was followed by Tim Duncan, who won this award two times during his time with the San Antonio Spurs in the 2001-2002, and 2002-2003 NBA seasons.
- David Robinson: 1995
- Tim Duncan: 2002, 2003
How many 76ers players have won the NBA MVPs?
Five(5) of the Philadelphia 76ers players, Wilt Chamberlain(1966, 1968), Julius Erving(1981), Moses Malone(1983), Allen Iverson(2001), and Joel Embiid(2023) have won a total of six NBA MVP (Most Valuable Player) awards during their tenure with the Sixers. The first Sixers player to win this prestigious award was the legendary Wilt Chamberlain, who received the award in the 1965-1966 season. Chamberlain was followed by Julius Erving (1980-1981), Moses Malone (1982-1983), and Allen Iverson (2000-2001) who received this award once in their time with the Sixers. On the other hand, the most recent and the fifth 76ers player to receive this award is Joel Embiid, who won this award in the 2022-2023 NBA season.
- Wilt Chamberlain: 1966, 1968
- Julius Erving: 1981
- Moses Malone: 1983
- Allen Iverson: 2001
- Joel Embiid: 2023
How many Pistons players have won the NBA MVPs?
Three(3) of the Pistons players, Joe Dumars(1989), Isiah Thomas(1990), and Chauncey Billups(2004) have won a total of three NBA finals MVP (Most Valuable Player) awards during their tenure with the Detroit Pistons. The first Pistons player to win this prestigious award was Joe Dumars, who won this in the 1988-1989 NBA season. Dumars was followed by Isiah Thomas, who received this honor once in his tenure with the Pistons in the 1989-1990 NBA season. On the other hand, the third and the most recent Pistons Player to win this award is Chauncey Billups, who won this honor once while playing with the Pistons in the 2003-2004 NBA season.
- Joe Dumars: 1989
- Isiah Thomas: 1990
- Chauncey Billups: 2004
How many Miami Heat players have won the NBA MVPs?
One (1) of the Miami Heat player, LeBron James (2012, 2013) has won a total of two NBA MVP (Most Valuable Player) awards during his tenure with the Miami Heat. The legendary basketball player James achieved back-to-back NBA MVPs in the 2011-2012 and 2012-2013 NBA seasons, and the Miami Heat won two consecutive NBA Championships in those years. James's impact went far beyond scoring, as he consistently showed his exceptional skills in rebounding, playmaking as well and defense.
- LeBron James: 2012, 2013
How many Knicks players have won the NBA MVPs?
One (1) of the New York Knicks players, Wills Reed (1970) has won one NBA MVP (Most Valuable Player) award during his tenure with the Knicks. In 1970, Wills Reed the legendary basketball player had a tremendous season in the NBA, where he averaged 21.7 points and 13.9 rebounds per game, leading the Knicks to an impressive 60-win season. On the other side, Reed’s impact extended beyond statistics, as he provided a vital presence and inspiration to his teammates in the Finals. In the 1970s NBA Finals, despite battling a serious injury, Reed made a dramatic comeback in Game 7, sparking his team to victory and securing the NBA championship.
- Wills Reed: 1970
How many Rockets players have won the NBA MVPs?
Three(3) of the Houston Rockets players, Moses Malone(1979, 1982), Hakeem Olajuwon(1994), and James Harden(2018) have won a total of four NBA MVP (Most Valuable Player) awards during their tenure with the Rockets. The first Rockets player to win this prestigious award was Moses Malone, who won twice in the 1978-1979 and 1981- 1982 NBA seasons. Malone was followed by Hakeem Olajuwon, who received this honor once in his tenure with the Rockets in the 1993-1994 NBA season. On the other hand, the third and the most recent Rockets Player to win this award is James Harden, who won this honor once while playing with the Rockets in the 2017-2018 NBA season.
- Moses Malone: 1979, 1982
- Hakeem Olajuwon: 1994
- James Harden: 2018
How many Bucks players have won the NBA MVPs?
Two (2) of the Milwaukee Bucks players, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar (1971, 1972, 1974), and Giannis AntetoKounmpo(2019, 2020) have won a total of five NBA Most Valuable Player Awards (MVPs) during their tenure with the Bucks. The first Bucks player to win this prestigious award was the legendary Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, who won thrice with the Milwaukee in the 1970-1971, 1971-1972, and 1973-1974 NBA seasons. Kareem was followed by Giannis AntetoKounmpo, who received this honor twice in his tenure with the Bucks in the 2018-2019, and 2019-2020 NBA seasons.
- Kareem Abdul-Jabbar: 1971, 1972, 1974
- Giannis AntetoKounmpo: 2019, 2020
How many Cavaliers players have won the NBA MVPs?
One (1) of the Cleve Cavaliers player, LeBron James (2009, 2010) has won a total of two NBA MVP (Most Valuable Player) awards during his tenure with the Cavaliers. In 2009, LeBron led the Cleveland Cavaliers to a franchise-best 66-win season, while posting impressive averages of 28.4 points, 7.6 rebounds, and 7.2 assists per game. On the other hand, the following year (2010), he continued his remarkable performance, averaging 29.7 points, 7.3 rebounds, and 8.6 assists per game, while leading the Cavaliers to another successful NBA season.
- LeBron James: 2009, 2010
How many Hawks players have won the NBA MVPs?
One (1) of the Atlanta Hawks player, Bob Pettit (1956, 1959) has won a total of two NBA MVP (Most Valuable Player) awards during his tenure with the Hawks. In 1956, Pettit became the first player in NBA history to receive the prestigious award, whereas he won this honor again in 1959, for his great contribution to the St. Louis Hawks (Atlanta Hawks) both as a scorer as well as leading the Hawks.
- Bob Pettit: 1956, 1959
How many Wizards players have won the NBA MVPs?
One (1) of the Washington Wizards player, Wes Unseld (1969) has won one NBA MVP (Most Valuable Player) award during his tenure with the Wizards. In the 1968-1969 NBA season, Unseld the legendary basketball player had a tremendous season in the NBA, where he averaged 13.8 points and 18.2 rebounds per game, leading the Wizards to an impressive NBA season.
- Wes Unseld: 1969
How many Thunder players have won the NBA MVPs?
Two(2) of the Oklahoma City Thunder players, Kevin Durant(2014) and Russell Westbrook (2017) have won a total of two NBA MVP (Most Valuable Player) awards during their tenure with the Thunder. The first Oklahoma player to win this prestigious award was Kevin Durant, who won this in the 2013-2014 NBA Season. On the other hand, Durant was followed by Russell Westbrook, who won this honor in the 2016-2017 NBA season, leading the Thunder to another successful NBA season.
- Kevin Durant: 2014
- Russell Westbrook: 2017
How many Mavericks players have won the NBA MVPs?
One (1) of the Dallas Mavericks player, Dirk Nowitzki (2007) has won one NBA MVP (Most Valuable Player) award during his tenure with the Mavericks. The 2006-2007 NBA season was a tremendous season for Nowitzki, where he led the Mavericks to a franchise-best 67-15 record. He averaged 24.6 points, 8.9 rebounds, and 3.4 assists per game during the season, and he became the first European-born player to win the prestigious award.
- Dirk NowitzKi: 2007
How many Nuggets players have won the NBA MVPs?
One (1) of the Denver Nuggets players, Nikola JoKic(2021, 2022) has won a total of two NBA MVP (Most Valuable Player) awards during his tenure with the Nuggets. In the 2020-2021 NBA season, JoKic became the first Denver Nuggets player in franchise history to receive this prestigious award. On the other hand, he got his award the following year in the 2021-2022 NBA season; Nikola became the second Nuggets player to win this prestigious award as well.
- Nikola JoKic: 2021, 2022
Who has the most NBA MVPs?
The legendary Kareem Abdul-Jabbar has the most NBA MVPs (Most Valuable Player) awards. He has won three NBA MVPs while playing with the Milwaukee Bucks (1971, 1972, 1974), and three NBA MVPs while playing with the Los Angeles Lakers (1976, 1977, 1980). The legendary Kareem Abdul-Jabbar won a total of six (6) NBA Championships, among those championships, he has won five NBA Championships with the Los Angeles Lakers, and one with the Milwaukee Bucks.
- Milwaukee Bucks: 1971, 1972, 1974
- Los Angeles Lakers: 1976, 1977, 1980
Who has the second most NBA MVPs?
Having won five(5) NBA MVPs, Michael Jordan and Bill Russell(Jointly) is the second-most winner of the NBA MVP(Most Valuable Player)awards. Michael Jordan won his five NBA MVP awards while playing with Chicago Bulls, in 1988, 1991, 1992, 1996, and 1998. On the other hand, Bill Russell won his five NBA MVP awards while playing with the Boston Celtics in 1958, 1961, 1962, 1963, and 1965. The legendary Michael Jordan won a total of six NBA championships during his illustrious basketball career in the NBA in 1991, 1992, 1993, 1996, 1997, and 1998. Meanwhile, Bill Russell won eleven NBA Championships in 1957, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1968, and 1969, while playing with the Boston Celtics.
How many MVPs does LeBron Have?
As of 2023, LeBron James has won four NBA MVPs (Most Valuable Player) Awards in his career in the NBA. James won his first NBA MVP award in the 2008-2009 season while playing with the Cleveland Cavaliers. On the other side, James won these prestigious awards in his career in the 2011-2012 and 2012-2013 seasons while playing with the Miami Heat. Meanwhile, LeBron James won a total of four (4) NBA Championships in 2012, 2013, 2016, and 2020, where his two NBA Championships came with the Miami Heat, and two with the Los Angeles Lakers.
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