(原文发表于12月4日,内容为The Athletic网站的NBA专家Josh Robbins、Eric Nehm和Kelly Iko的讨论分析,不代表译者观点)

随着联盟各队完成常规赛四分之一的赛程,我们不禁思考:在年度常规赛奖项中,哪些球员处于领先地位?为了探讨这一话题,《The Athletic》邀请了三位上个赛季参与过投票的记者,包括负责火箭、灰熊和马刺报道的Kelly Iko、雄鹿报道的Eric Nehm,以及奇才与魔术相关事务的Josh Robbins。

普理查德与乌度卡:最佳第六人与最佳教练的有力竞争者解析

我们询问这三位专家,如果本赛季今天结束,他们会如何选出最佳新秀、最快进步球员、最佳教练、第六人以及最有价值球员。尽管从现在到四月还有许多变数,但本文旨在分享他们目前对这些奖项候选人的看法。

Q:如果本赛季结束,你们会把年度最佳新秀投给谁?

Josh Robbins:我选择76人的后卫贾里德-麦凯恩。在NBA流传着一句老话:“要警惕烂队中的华丽数据。”虽然76人在这个季度以7胜15负开局,但麦凯恩场均得分高达15.8,这一表现尤为突出。他面对强大防守时也展现了能力,对阵灰熊他平均得到19.5分,对骑士更是砍下34分,而在对战魔术时,他又取得20分以上的数据。

Eric Nehm:这确实很难,因为找到那些能帮助竞争球队而非仅仅是在糟糕球队中刷数据的新星并不容易。我想提名杰伦-韦尔斯。这名39号秀不仅参加了所有25场比赛,还在过去20场首发,为西部第二排名做出了贡献。他场均11.5分快速适应,并且努力提升自己的全面性。但最终,我还是支持麦凯恩,希望韦尔斯能够被更多关注。

普理查德与乌度卡:最佳第六人与最佳教练的有力竞争者解析

Kelly Iko:Zach Edey最近因脚踝伤势缺席了一些比赛,从而失去一些势头。不过,我认为Edey与Wells应该共获此荣誉。今年对于灰熊来说是一段令人振奋的发展历程,两人成为首发显然显示出他们的重要性,尤其是在防守方面。主教练詹金斯信任Edey来保护篮板,同时利用Wells独特身材限制其他顶级攻击手。从统计来看,当两人同时登场时,净效率达到+16,非常值得注意!

普理查德与乌度卡:最佳第六人与最佳教练的有力竞争者解析

Q:你们将票投给谁作为最快进步球员呢?(小瓦格纳因右斜肌撕裂无限期休战)

Josh Robbins:(小)瓦格纳实现了从优秀到明星飞跃!班凯罗受伤期间,小瓦格纳扭转了可能出现的不利局面,目前他的综合表现非常抢眼——24.4积分/5.6篮板/5.7助攻,加之良好的防守,让魔术保持17胜9负,在东部第三的位置颇具竞争力。

Erc Nehm:I cannot disagree with supporting Wagner, especially during Banchero’s absence; however, I'd like to nominate Dyson Daniels as well—he's transformed into a defensive star since joining the Hawks and is averaging league-leading 3 steals per game.

KELLY IK0: This really depends on how you define progress; it combines growth and opportunity . However , Braun ' s performance after becoming a starter for the Nuggets can not be ignored . Although his role has remained similar from bench player to starter , he has shown improved efficiency & skills that complement Denver ’s evolving style of play . During Braun ‘s time on court , Denver enjoys an astonishing +17 net rating ; this reflects impact worthy of top lineup caliber players!< / P >

Q : Who would you vote for Coach Of The Year? < / H2 >

< Strong > JOSH ROBBINS : The Rockets' Udoka leads in this competitive field . Despite relying heavily on young talents (Jabari Smith Jr., Amen Thompson etc.) their defense ranks second overall ! Last season they finished at 41 wins under coach Udoka who now boasts impressive start - currently sitting at sixteen victories against only eight losses … while Cavs’ Atkinson/Magic Mosley are also commendable candidates but none show greater improvement than Houston led by him.< / P >

Erc NEHM :If Magic was expected digress upon announcing Banchero injured week one yet here we see them thriving without him – ranking within Eastern Conference elite thanks largely due cultural shift instilled by head coach Mosley since taking over… even missing such formidable presence brings resilience emphasizing physicality each night defensively! If anyone predicted Cavaliers current record standing twenty-one wins four losses pre-season please raise your hand ? Both coaches have done admirable jobs respectively East-West yet what stands out most about Atkinson is transformative changes made simply through minor adjustments improving ball movement/running schemes leading Mitchell/Garland achieving career-low turnover rates whilst allowing more involvement among supportive cast members resulting ultimately offensive surge moving up rankings dramatically ... thus solidifying why he should win recognition award too!!
> : So far who's winning Sixth Man Award?

Apologies Buddy Hield others get my nod towards Celtics Payton Prichard whose scoring ability shines brightly clocking average points producing alongside remarkable shooting accuracy! Cleaning Glass stats reveal each shot yields highest returns amongst all guards today showcasing true talent behind those numbers showcased throughout games played consistently so far !! : Now comes MVP discussions whom you'd select accordingly? (JoshRobbins) Nikola Jokic remains preference securing fourth title past five years likely trending upward again capturing hearts minds alike nearing triple-double averages evoking awe inspiring performances nightly along side potent shooting percentages aiding sustained campaign efforts pushing Nugget closer playoff aspirations making case strongest candidate emerge victoriously once more ... (EricNehm ) Giannis Antetokounmpo holding down lead collectively serving Bucks diligently managing heavy burdens placed ensuing Middleton injury surging forward delivering stellar stat-lines encapsulating whole package necessary fulfill demands needed push organization onward toward desired results achieved effectively meeting challenges presented themselves daily basis reliably guiding everyone else involved seamlessly working harmoniously produced outcomes speak volumes underneath surface level expectations met constantly reaffirm our belief greatness still exists wherever resides therein!! (Keliyiko): For last five year span possibly no other athlete exemplified value conveyed quite same extent Nikola represented franchise itself evidenced metrics recorded via cleaning glass corroborated findings indicating staggering efficacy translating directly correlated minutes logged yielding optimal efficiency ratings approaching positive thirty-two percent margins observed whenever participating actively playing pivotal roles maintaining critical components integral functioning cohesively battling through adversities endured dynamically shifting landscapes illustrating necessity requiring utmost focus determination perseverance displayed unequivocally epitomizing essence definition encompasses meaning "most valuable player" thoroughly deserving accolades bestowed rightly earned legitimized furthers validating opinions expressed previously acknowledged rightful positioning held esteemed circles reached consensus declaring meritocracy reign supreme honoring achievements highlighted strongly reiterated frequently reminded course history unfolds before eyes witnessing unfoldment reality vividly portrayed herein !!!