Awards Watch: The leading contenders at the FIBA Break

Awards Watch: The leading contenders at the FIBA Break

30 Nov 2025

A full breakdown of the leading contenders for every major NBL26 award, from Next Generation standouts to MVP favourites.

Jack Heverin and Pete Hooley break down the top contenders for this season’s biggest honours.

Who’s leading the race for the Next Generation Award, Most Improved Player, Sixth Man of the Year, Defensive Player of the Year, Coach of the Year, and the ultimate prize, the Hungry Jack's MVP?

00:00 - Intro
01:35 - Next Generation Award
05:00 - Sixth Man of The Year
08:02 - Most Improved Player
11:37 - Coach of The Year
14:45 - Defensive Player of The Year
17:01 - Most Valuable Player
23:22 - Outro