The NBA has awarded MVP awards to 36 different players since it first started giving the accolade in 1955. Each one of the players is of course talented and influential in their own unique way. Still, some of these legends shine the brightest among all the stars. The following list highlights the five most influential MVP winners in the history of the NBA. LeBron James LeBron James was surrounded by an unprecedented amount of expectations as he went straight from high school to the NBA at age 18. James, who was selected with the No.1 overall pick by the Cleveland Cavaliers in the 2003 NBA draft, has undoubtedly lived up to the expectations he faced. Now entering year 22, James has won four NBA championships. He earned two titles with the Miami Heat, one with the Cavs and another with the Lakers in 2020, per Sporting News . James also owns four NBA MVP awards. Magic Johnson Photo by Focus on Sport via Getty Images Earvin Magic Johnson has been changing the game since his days at...
