The Michael Jordan Trophy
Awarded to the Kia NBA Most Valuable Player
The league’s MVP will now be awarded with The Michael Jordan Trophy, bearing the name of the NBA legend widely regarded as one of the greatest players of all time
The Jerry West Trophy
Awarded to the Kia NBA Clutch Player of the Year
The NBA is introducing a new Kia Performance Award at the end of the 2022-23 season, the Kia NBA Clutch Player of the Year.
The Hakeem Olajuwon Trophy
Awarded to the Kia NBA Defensive Player of the Year
The NBA’s top defender will now receive a trophy named after Hall of Famer and defensive standout Hakeem Olajuwon.
The Wilt Chamberlain Trophy
Awarded to the Kia NBA Rookie of the Year
The Kia Rookie of the Year trophy has been named in honor of Wilt Chamberlain, whose 1959-60 debut season remains unmatched for an NBA rookie.
The John Havlicek Trophy
Awarded to the Kia NBA Sixth Man of the Year
John Havlicek crafted a Hall of Fame career and was well known for his ability to excel off the bench like no player before him.
The George Mikan Trophy
Awarded to the Kia NBA Most Improved Player of the Year
The Kia Most Improved Player award is being named after George Mikan.