Portland Trail Blazers guard Jrue Holiday has become an early favorite for a major NBA award after a shift in his role this season. In a November 2, 2026 game at Ball Arena in Denver, Holiday was seen controlling the ball under pressure from Denver Nuggets forward Cam Johnson during the fourth quarter. The change in Holiday's responsibilities has caught the attention of league observers, placing him at the forefront of the award conversation.
Jrue Holiday's New Role Makes Him Early NBA Award Favorite
