The NBA MVP award, or Most Valuable Player award, is given annually to the best-performing player in the National Basketball Association. This prestigious honor recognizes individual excellence during the regular season, taking into account a player's statistics, impact on their team's success, and overall contributions to the game. Voting for the NBA MVP is conducted by a panel of sportswriters and broadcasters, who assess players from both the Eastern and Western Conferences. The award has been presented since the 1955-56 season, with legendary players like Michael Jordan and LeBron James among the most celebrated recipients.