NBA MVP: Kobe Bryant does NOT deserve the MVP, part 2

Upon posting a story stating my opinion on why Kobe Bryant should not win the Most Valuable Player award this year, my article suffered a backlash I did not expect. Though some of the remarks where from unabashed Laker fanatics with a blind eye, many did bring out the point that I was very biased and relied heavily on character attacks to state my point. In this, my response to all the Kobe lovers, I will back up my earlier statement for Kobe Bryant not being the MVP this year, with good old hard facts. Let us look at five players who deserve consideration this year for the award: Steve Nash, PG, Suns Key Stats: 17.6 Ppg, 11.5 Apg  Team Record '08: 39-18 Team Record '07: 61-21 A former two-time winner, Nash could never be counted out of his race, as he is the most integral part of his team. With minor injuries keeping Grant Hill and Amare Stoudamire out for short stretches this year, and with the acquisition of Shaquille O'Neal, Nash has responded by matching career highs in ... (link)