Match time: March 27th, 10:30 AM
"He is absolutely the best player in the league, the best of the best. I think he deserves this award more than anyone else; I sincerely hope he gets it," said Don Nelson in response to a reporter's question about who will be this year's MVP, his admiration was evident. "Kobe is that kind of incredible guy who can make everyone around him better. He has absolute dominance on the offensive end and can also shut down the best scorer from the opposing team. He is simply capable of everything. Kobe is really, truly an excellent player."