
As hard as the Garden fans try; M.V.P. chants that swirl through the building for every Garnett basket, he won't be the NBA MVP this season. Look for Kobe Bryant to take that honor with King James keeping him honest throughout the remainder of the season. Be it as it may that the Celtics have the best record in the NBA, and Kevin is a large reason why, Kobe has just done too much. The numbers are too great. True: KG has turned Boston around, into an upbeat, thriving basketball city in only one season (we haven't even played a postseason game yet) but the MVP title encompasses numbers. You may or may not agree with this, but it is unfortunately true. What do you think? Who will be the NBA M.V.P. this year? Furthermore, does the title, M.V.P. encompass more than just statistics, or should it give more importance to the Brian Scalabrine's of the NBA?