Curry named MVP for second straight year

NEW YORK, United States - Golden State superstar Stephen Curry was named the NBA's Most Valuable Player for the second straight year on Tuesday following his record-breaking contribution to the Warriors' historic season.

Curry, who returned from injury on Monday to score 40 points in Golden State's overtime win over the Portland Trail Blazers, earned the MVP award in a landslide, sweeping all 131 first place votes, a statement said. — Agence France-Presse