The arrival of six-time All-Star forward Jimmy Butler resurrected a squad that looked like it was in gradual decay over the past couple of years. Now, instead of looking to pick up some of the scoring slack, Green can return to his usual role of being a jack of all trades and a master of defense.

With Victor Wembanyama ineligible, the DPOY competition may come down to history vs. stats vs. who actually deserves it.

After the often divisive Warriors big stated his case for the award, bookmakers have responded in a major way.