head coach of the season. Prior to the 2015–16 ABL season, there was only one MVP award for imports and was called the Best Import award. It was divided into two for World Imports (for players hailing from outside Southeast Asia and to the ASEAN Heritage Imports (for players from other Southeast Asian countries or players with at least one Southeast Asian parent). Also, the Defensive Player of the Year and Coach of the Year awards were only awarded since the 2012 season. Most Valuable Players Locals World Imports Heritage Imports Finals Special Awards Defensive Player of the Year Coach of the Year See also ABL 3x3 International Champions Cup East Asia Super League West Asia Super League FIBA Asia Champions Cup References International club basketball competitions Sports leagues established in 2009 Multi-national professional sports leagues Basketball leagues in Asia 2009 establishments in Asia Tune Group