It’s been a season to remember.

As the NBA Playoffs continue and as teams face their fate on elimination, we reminisce back unto a season filled with headlines, controversy, and pure basketball. With such a great season comes extraordinary hardware and individual rewards for some of the league’s best players. Our team of writers gives you our insight on our award picks for the 2016-2017 regular season. Take note that there were many candidates for each award, and we as critics could only choose one player who we thought fit best for that specific award. Additionally, statistics provided by ESPN are linked to each player’s names. Tell us your thoughts on our picks on Twitter @ethanhart1331, @CNOL_LHS, and @GelhardMatthew.

Rookie of the Year:

Christian Nolan- Joel Embiid, Philadelphia 76ers

Ethan Hart- Malcolm Brogdon, Milwaukee Bucks

Matthew Gelhard- Dario Saric, Philadelphia 76ers

Most Improved Player of the Year:

Christian Nolan- Giannis Antetokounmpo, Milwaukee Bucks

Ethan Hart- Giannis Antetokounmpo, Milwaukee Bucks

Matthew Gelhard- Giannis Antetokounmpo, Milwaukee Bucks

Sixth Man of the Year:

Christian Nolan- Andre Iguodala, Golden State Warriors

Ethan Hart- Eric Gordon, Houston Rockets

Matthew Gelhard- Zach Randolph, Memphis Grizzlies

Defensive Player of the Year

Christian Nolan- Rudy Gobert, Utah Jazz

Ethan Hart- Kawhi Leonard, San Antonio Spurs

Matthew Gelhard- Draymond Green, Golden State Warriors

Most Valuable Player:

Christian Nolan- Kawhi Leonard, San Antonio Spurs

Ethan Hart- James Harden, Houston Rockets

Matthew Gelhard- Russell Westbrook, Oklahoma City Thunder