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finalists
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Gilgeous-Alexander — the reigning NBA MVP — is one of the finalists for this year’s top individual honor, along with Denver’s Nikola Jokic and the Spurs’ Wembanyama, who is also a finalist for defensive player of the year.—
Tim Reynolds,
Chicago Tribune,
20 Apr. 2026 -
Auriemma, Ralph named Coach of the Year finalists UConn coach Geno Auriemma was also named a finalist for Naismith Coach of the Year on Wednesday.—
Emily Adams,
Hartford Courant,
25 Mar. 2026
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“Semifinalists.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/semifinalists. Accessed 26 Apr. 2026.
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