The NBA has seen remarkable international growth in the past decade, underscored by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's MVP win in 2024-25, marking the seventh consecutive win for an international player. The last American-born MVP was James Harden in 2018. Jayson Tatum, receiving the most American votes in 2024-25, demonstrates strong potential, while Anthony Edwards is seen as a rising candidate. The current trend raises questions about when an American player will reclaim the MVP title.
Jayson Tatum received the most votes of any American player in the 2024-25 MVP voting, highlighting his potential as a league MVP candidate.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander became the seventh consecutive international player to win the NBA MVP, emphasizing the shift in global talent in the league.
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