Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Reaches the Mountaintop: MVP, Finals MVP, Scoring Champ, and NBA Champion
At just 26 years old, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has ascended to the peak of basketball greatness. The Canadian superstar led the Oklahoma City Thunder to a thrilling 103-91 victory over the Indiana Pacers in Game 7 of the NBA Finals, capturing the franchise’s first championship since its relocation to OKC.
But this wasn’t just any title run. Gilgeous-Alexander capped off a historic season that saw him claim the league MVP, Finals MVP, and the scoring title—all while carrying his team to the ultimate prize. That achievement places him in one of the NBA’s rarest clubs. Only three other legends—Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Michael Jordan, and Shaquille O’Neal—have ever accomplished that feat in a single season. Now, SGA’s name is etched alongside theirs.
“This isn’t just a win for me,” Gilgeous-Alexander said, visibly emotional following the victory. “This is a win for my family, my friends, and everyone who believed in me. This is for the fans—some of the best in the world. They’ve been riding with us, and this is our moment together.”
It was a crowning moment for a player who has grown year after year, both in skill and leadership. Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault praised SGA’s all-around evolution. “He gets better every season. His playmaking, his decision-making, his efficiency—it’s all world-class. He knows when to attack, when to pass, and he makes everyone around him better.”
The Thunder’s championship run wasn’t just about talent; it was about resilience, chemistry, and a superstar who refused to be denied. As confetti rained down and the Larry O’Brien Trophy was hoisted, Gilgeous-Alexander stood at the center of it all—no longer a rising star, but the undisputed king of the basketball world.
