Denver Nuggets player Nikola Jokić is among the finalists for the NBA awards, marking his fourth consecutive year as a finalist. This makes him at least one finalist in every season since the 2020-21 NBA season. Other Denver Nuggets players, including Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Victor Wembenyama, have also been named as finalists for other awards. Veteran shooting guard Tim Hardaway Jr. played a key role in the team's season, contributing significantly to their 54-28 record. Meanwhile, another player named as a Clutch Player of the Year finalist after a successful year, with Murray averaging 25.4 points per game, 7.1 assists per game and 4.4 rebounds per game.