Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Poised to Win NBA MVP Award

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK - May 22, 2025 - Shai Gilgeous-Alexander of the Oklahoma City Thunder is poised to make history. ESPN reports that the Thunder star is expected to be named the 2024-2025 NBA Most Valuable Player (MVP). This would mark only the third time a Thunder player has won the prestigious award, following Kevin Durant in 2014 and Russell Westbrook in 2017. Gilgeous-Alexander's exceptional performance this season, averaging over 32.5 points per game and leading the league in scoring, has solidified his claim to the title. He edged out two-time MVP Nikola Jokic and two-time MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo in a closely contested race. "SGA led the league in scoring this season," stated a CBS Sports commentator. "He's a phenomenal player and deserves this recognition." This achievement holds even greater significance as Gilgeous-Alexander aims to become the first player since Stephen Curry in 2015 to win both the MVP and a championship in the same season. His victory marks a significant moment for the Oklahoma City Thunder franchise and the NBA.