Kobe Bryant has never won the MVP award, I would like to see him get it even after all the crying he did this summer. Even before Pau Gasol was acquired I was impressed with how well the Lakers were playing. At age 29, I have to consider Kobe to be the 2nd best shooting guard of all time behind someone who I hate.
Kevin Garnett is a worthy candidate, everyone knows I hate the Celtics but im leavin biases out of this post. I dont think KG is the MVP because the Celtics played good while he was injured, proving that you can make a good arguement that the celtics could make the playoffs even without Garnett. His impact has been huge in Boston, but not as huge as some say. I dont think Perkins gets enough credit but he helps that team out alot down low with his defense and rebounding. After the Knicks, the Celtics are the team I watch the most despite hating them, my pops is a celtic fan and so is my best friend. Its torture, but i do a decent job of hiding my hate.
How bad would the Hornets be without Chris Paul? I think they would clearly be the worst team in the West, which is a very strong arguement as to why CP3 should be the MVP. I think theres a stronger case for Paul then there is for KG and Kobe. He is a complete player with no weaknesses, and considered by many to be the best point guard defensively. I think hes a better passer then Steve Nash, if he was the point guard for the Suns I would consider them a championship caliber team without question.
The Cavs would not only be the worst team in the East, but they would be the worst team in the league and posssibly even the worst team ever without Lebron James. He brought the Cavs to the finals last year. I dont like Lebron but I enjoy watching his greatness. Whos the greatest player in the NBA? Great arguements can be made for all 4 candidates, but stats would say Lebron James. Hes a triple double threat everytime he plays, and also a great defender. Lebron James = 2008 MVP