NBA Tier List: Play-in tournament battle heats up, MVP debate seems settled

More specifically, in just about three weeks' time, the play-in tournaments will get going, kicking off the league’s gruelling two-month post-season.

Now, due to the volatility of a one-and-done format in the play-in tournament, the idea of getting in and possibly making some noise looks more viable and the usual slog at the end of the regular season now appears to be more of a fun and interesting sprint to watch.Jokic is the MVP and there isn’t really much debate to be had

When his team has needed it most, Jokic has risen to the occasion, keeping the Nuggets’ championship dreams alive and well.Kawhi Leonard has said that he’s been playing through a foot injury recently. The superstar forward said it was “nothing significant” but seeing as his Clippers have lost three straight games his injury could be cause for more concern than he or the team is letting on.

This battle between these three teams should prove to be among the most interesting as the season concludes as each team wants to avoid the play-in tournament. That’s not good, and with the Blazers now having won four straight games and playing some of their best ball of the season just a week after looking dead in the water, the very possible reality of having to go through a one-and-done game is sinking in for James and the Lakers. And while it’s understandable why they wouldn’t like it, it’s more proof as to why the play-in tournament is a fun and exciting idea -- contrary to what James thinks.

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