Magic Johnson leaves fans divided after ditching Giannis for LeBron in race for MVP award

NBA recently confirmed that race for MVP award for this season ended on March 11 when season was suspended due to COVID-19 pandemic. While final phase of regular season will be played in Orlando, starting July 30, same won't be factored in while declaring MVP. Per multiple reports, MVP award for 2019-20 season is a two-horse race between Los Angeles Lakers' LeBron James and Milwaukee Bucks' Giannis Antetokounmpo. 

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LeBron vs Giannis: Magic Johnson has his NBA MVP pick

For most experts, reigning MVP Giannis is favourite to scoop award for second year running. However, according to NBA legend Magic Johnson, "LeBron James is definitely MVP this season." 60-year-old shared his opinion on Twitter where he pointed out fact that LeBron is averaging almost a triple-double this season with 25 points, 10 assists and eight rebounds.  Lakers icon believes re has been better leer in game than LeBron James, which makes him leing contender for individual hour.

Magic Johnson's bold MVP claim left fans divided on social media. While one section of fans seemed to agree with Johnson, or section feels LeBron is where close to Giannis in  race for MVP. 

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Fans supporting Giannis Antetokounmpo for MVP

LeBron James deserves to be crowned MVP, say some fans

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When it comes to numbers, Giannis Antetokounmpo seems to be ahe in race for award. Greek Freak is averaging 29.6 points, 13.7 rebounds and 5.8 assists this season. Milwaukee Bucks were also best side in NBA with a 53-12 record, beating LeBron's Lakers, who were 49-14 at time of suspension. For many fans, Giannis is also favourite to win Defensive Player of Year award. 

22-team NBA season will resume on July 30 at Disney World Resort in Orlando.  Lakers will face city rivals Clippers on Day 1. Bucks will be in action on July 31, facing Boston Celtics at HP Field House. 

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