Following the announcement of the league's All-NBA and All-Defensive teams, 2025's awards season is in the books.

Here's what to know about the announcement, finalists and expected winner for the NBA MVP award for the 2025 season as the Minnesota Timberwolves vs Oklahoma City Thunder and Indiana Pacers vs New York Knicks' postseason series get underway.

The first 40-year-old to make an All-NBA team, James averaged 24.4 points, 8.2 assists and 7.8 rebounds in 70 regular-season games. He has six more All-NBA honors than any other player.

The Pacers have seized complete control against the Knicks with their win in Game 2, and NBA fans had some interesting reactions to their triumph.

The last time an American-born player walked away with the top honor was James Harden in 2018. The run of international players winning MVP -- Gilgeous-Alexander is from Canada -- speaks to the expanding global reach of the NBA and the increased number of talent outside of the United States.

NBA playoffs picks, predictions, odds, TV channel, how to watch, stream Minnesota Timberwolves vs Oklahoma City Thunder game on Saturday, May 24.

Alex Condon has a shot at the NBA, but expert think he would benefit from another year with the Florida Gators

The deadline to withdraw from the 2025 NBA Draft is on the horizon. Players who entered their name as early entrants will have until May 28 to stay in the draft or return to school for the 2025-26 college basketball season.

Per NCAA rules, underclassmen have until Wednesday, May 28, to withdraw from the draft and retain eligibility. Which players are considering option?