QUEZON CITY — June Mar Fajardo of the San Miguel Beermen is in contention for his ninth Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) Most Valuable Player (MVP) award, set to be announced during the Leo Awards on Sunday at Novotel Manila in Cubao.
Fajardo, who holds the league record with eight MVP titles, leads this season’s statistical race. The MVP selection process combines player statistics, media votes, and player votes.
Fajardo’s closest competitors are Robert Bolick of NLEX and Arvin Tolentino, who previously played for NorthPort. Both players recorded strong performances this season and remain in contention for the league’s highest individual honor.
The Leo Awards serve as the PBA’s annual recognition ceremony for outstanding individual achievements. The event will also present honors in other categories alongside the MVP award.
The final results will be revealed at the conclusion of the ceremony, with fans and league observers closely watching the outcome.