NBA MVP Odds & Favorites 2026-27: Wembanyama Leads Gilgeous-Alexander, Jokic & Doncic
Spurs forward Victor Wembanyama has opened as a +200 betting favorite in the 2026-27 NBA MVP odds.
He leads a group that includes Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (+350), Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (+400), and Lakers guard Luka Doncic (+650).
🔢 NBA MVP opening odds
NBA odds via DraftKings, as of July 21.
| Player | Odds | Player | Odds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Victor Wembanyama | +200 | Stephen Curry | +17000 |
| Shai Gilgeous-Alexander | +350 | Kevin Durant | +17000 |
| Nikola Jokic | +400 | Kawhi Leonard | +17000 |
| Luka Doncic | +650 | Cooper Flagg | +17000 |
| Giannis Antetokounmpo | +1200 | Paolo Banchero | +25000 |
| Anthony Edwards | +1500 | Jalen Johnson | +30000 |
| Cade Cunningham | +1700 | Zion Williamson | +35000 |
| Jayson Tatum | +3000 | Scottie Barnes | +35000 |
| Jalen Brunson | +5000 | LeBron James | +40000 |
| Jaylen Brown | +8000 | Anthony Davis | +40000 |
| Donovan Mitchell | +8000 | Jamal Murray | +50000 |
| Tyrese Maxey | +15000 | Deni Avdija | +50000 |
| Tyrese Haliburton | +15000 | Austin Reaves | +50000 |
| LaMelo Ball | +15000 | Karl-Anthony Towns | +60000 |
| Joel Embiid | +15000 | Alperen Sengun | +60000 |
| Devin Booker | +15000 |
🏆 NBA MVP recent betting history
Preseason odds via Covers' Sports Odds History.
| Year | Name | Team | Preseason odds |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 | Shai Gilgeous-Alexander | Thunder | +275 |
| 2024-25 | Shai Gilgeous-Alexander | Thunder | +400 |
| 2023-24 | Nikola Jokic | Nuggets | +450 |
| 2022-23 | Joel Embiid | 76ers | +600 |
| 2021-22 | Nikola Jokic | Nuggets | +1600 |
| 2020-21 | Nikola Jokic | Nuggets | +2500 |
| 2019-20 | Giannis Antetokounmpo | Bucks | +210 |
| 2018-19 | Giannis Antetokounmpo | Bucks | +475 |
| 2017-18 | James Harden | Rockets | +1100 |
| 2016-17 | Russell Westbrook | Thunder | +200 |
❓ NBA MVP FAQs
Who is the favorite to win NBA MVP?
Spurs forward Victor Wembanyama is a +200 betting favorite in the 2026-27 NBA MVP odds.
Who won NBA MVP last year?
Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander won the 2026 NBA MVP award.
When will the NBA MVP be decided?
The 2026 NBA MVP was announced on May 17, so expect the 2027 award to be announced in mid-May this upcoming season.
What is the NBA MVP trophy called?
The NBA MVP trophy was renamed the Michael Jordan Trophy. It's awarded annually to the NBA's Most Valuable Player.
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