With averages of 20 points, 10 rebounds, and 5 assists per game in the Finals, if the Knicks win the championship, the FMVP might not be Brunson.

The Knicks are up 2-0 in the NBA Finals, putting them in a strong position to claim this season's championship. Winning now is extremely important for the franchise. The Spurs have a youthful roster and many chances ahead, but the Knicks face a closing window due to the age of their key players; failure to win soon could mean losing their opportunity.

If the Knicks win the championship this year, the FMVP award is highly uncertain. It may not necessarily go to their star player Brunson, as based on the first two games, Towns has put up better numbers.

Although Brunson has a higher scoring average, Towns' efficiency in shooting percentages is outstanding. Over the two games, Brunson averages 25 points, 4 rebounds, and 4 assists, but with a field goal percentage of just 33.9% and a three-point percentage as low as 23.5%. In contrast, Towns averages 19.5 points, 10 rebounds, and 4.5 assists, with an impressive field goal percentage of 52% and a three-point percentage of 40%.

Therefore, if Towns can maintain such excellent scoring averages in the remaining games, he is likely to win the Finals MVP if the Knicks win. Moreover, given the Spurs' defensive scheme, Brunson's chances of earning the FMVP are very slim.

The Spurs' defensive strategy is to fully contain Brunson, which explains his low overall shooting percentage in these two games. However, Towns seems unaffected by the Spurs' defense; even when guarded by Wembanyama, he can respond offensively. The decisiveness Towns has shown in this year's Finals has truly changed our perception of him. He is not the same player we knew from the Timberwolves.

If Towns wins the FMVP, it would be extremely significant for him personally. This could be a watershed moment in his basketball mindset, and a year that changes everyone's impression of him. As for Brunson, he likely does not care much about the FMVP award; he probably values the championship more. After all, he made a huge concession in his contract extension, showing that he does not focus on personal gains but rather on team success.