The top-tier rookies won’t be on display Tuesday when the NBA season kicks off, but we’ll see the top five picks in action Wednesday.
SI Betting will make the case for each of the favorites for the NBA’s season-long individual awards leading into the season opener.
You can find the latest NBA futures odds from SI Sportsbook here. Let’s get into the Rookie of the Year favorites:
2021-22 NBA Awards Betting Previews: MVP
Jalen Green (+250)
Green’s path to the NBA is unique.
After a decorated high school career, Green opted to earn money right away by joining the NBA G League’s Ignite instead of attending college.