Allen misses out on league MVP award

Winnipeg Sea Bears guard Teddy Allen did not secure the league MVP award for the second year in a row, as he expressed disappointment on Instagram. The CEBL revealed its award winners on Thursday, with Scarborough Shooting Stars guard Myles Powell claiming the MVP title over Allen, who was the Western Conference finalist. Powell, who also earned Clutch Player of the Year honors, averaged 22.9 points, 3.3 rebounds, and 4.5 assists while leading Scarborough to a 20-4 record.

Allen, who won MVP in 2023, averaged 27.8 points, 7.5 rebounds, 3.5 assists, and 2.0 steals per game in 2024, but his performance was deemed insufficient by some observers. Powell defended his victory, stating, "A dude who averaged 23 on 38 percent. You will never see me again. Lost ya credibility." Allen, who was not available for the postseason due to an assault, faced criticism from his Sea Bears teammate Xavier Moon, who also felt Allen deserved MVP.

The Sea Bears' sole recognition was Allen being named to the All-CEBL First Team. Scarborough's head coach Tyrell Vernon was awarded Coach of the Year, while Scarborough's Frank Mitchell and Kellen Tynes won Sixth Man of the Year and Defensive Player of the Year, respectively.