The NBA confirmed that finalists for its 2025–26 season awards will be unveiled Sunday night on NBC.
The announcements will come in two separate segments tied to the matchup between the Detroit Pistons and the Orlando Magic.
The first group of finalists will be revealed at 6:00 PM ET prior to tip-off, while the remaining awards will be announced during halftime of the same game.
The pregame announcements will include finalists for Clutch Player of the Year, Defensive Player of the Year, Most Improved Player, and Sixth Man of the Year.
At halftime, the league will disclose finalists for its top honors, including Most Valuable Player, Rookie of the Year, and Coach of the Year.
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