Perkins picks Anthony Edwards for 2026-27 MVP

Cites pairing with LaMelo Ball as playmaker

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 33m1 min read

"I also believe he's going to win MVP this season." @KendrickPerkins is expecting big things from Anthony Edwards play Via @ESPNNBA on X

What happened: Kendrick Perkins said Edwards will win MVP in the 2026-27 season. He linked the projection to Edwards sharing the backcourt with LaMelo Ball as a playmaker.

Why it matters: An MVP expectation raises the bar for Edwards entering 2026-27. It also centers early attention on how the Edwards-Ball pairing functions offensively.

What to watch: Preseason games will show how their minutes and on-ball duties are divided.

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@ESPNNBA 2026-09-30T21:58:45.978065+00:00

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