Alexander's first couple games of these NBA Finals leave him tied to those that molded this game and its greatest stage.

He becomes the fourth player in NBA history to win MVP, Finals MVP, a scoring title and play for a champion in the same season. Kareem Abdul-Jabbar did it once, Michael Jordan then did it four times, ...

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander signed the richest deal in NBA history by average annual salary with the Thunder for four years, worth $285 million.

and Finals MVP in the same season. While Westbrook holds most Thunder records and Durant is lauded for his peak performance, SGA’s all-around brilliance and leadership set him apart. Gold was Shai ...

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander speaks to the press after defeating the Indiana Pacers 103-91 in Game Seven of the 2025 NBA Finals on June 22, 2025.