HLTV 2024 Awards Predictions: Expert Analysis by Banks
Counter-Strike's elite players compete annually for spots in HLTV's prestigious Top 20 rankings, with additional awards recognizing excellence across specific roles. Here's a comprehensive breakdown of the 2024 HLTV Awards predictions for each category.
Anchor of the Year:
- b1t (NAVI) - Consistently high performance with ratings between 1.16-1.30 across six major events
- jimpphatt (MOUZ) - Impressive peaks including 1.39 at Esports World Cup
- zont1x (Spirit) - Reliable anchor with strong performance throughout 2024
AWPer of the Year:
- m0NESY - Highest AWP usage (42.38%) with dominant, flashy playstyle
- ZywOo - Lower AWP usage (29.65%) but exceptional 1.32 rating
- sh1ro - Balanced AWP usage (38.51%) with evolving aggressive style
Opener of the Year:
- Donk - Record-breaking rookie, youngest Major champion/MVP, 1.33 rating
- NiKo - Legendary rifler with consistent tournament success
- EliGE - Solid 1.12 rating despite team limitations
Closer of the Year:
- jimpphatt - Superior clutch performance and tactical survival
- jL - Strong overall impact with memorable clutch moments
- b1t - Excellent mechanical skill but lower clutch success rate
IGL of the Year:
- AleksiB (NAVI) - Led team to 4 trophies and 7 grand finals
- chopper (Spirit) - Successful leadership with young roster, Major victory
- karrigan (FaZe) - Strong Major performances despite inconsistent year
Coach of the Year:
- B1ad3 (NAVI) - Most consistent team performance, 4 major trophies
- hally (Spirit) - Major victory, strong strategic leadership
- sycrone (MOUZ) - Developed young talent, consistent playoff appearances
The winners will be announced at the HLTV Awards show in Belgrade on January 11th, 2024.