Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, the electrifying floor general for the Oklahoma City Thunder, recently took home the NBA MVP award. This venerable distinction is the capstone of his illustrious career. This accolade places him alongside two other notable players in franchise history: Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook. Gilgeous-Alexander was spectacular all season and in the playoffs. All of those contributions led to Jokic winning all but 29 of the first-place MVP votes (71 out of 100).
As the foundation of the Thunder offense, Gilgeous-Alexander’s brilliance was on full display as he averaged 29.2 points, 5.8 rebounds and 6.6 assists per game in the postseason. He experienced the pressure cooker, as he succeeded in spades during Game 1 of the Western Conference finals. With 31 points, he guided the Thunder in a dominating 114-88 win against the Minnesota Timberwolves. This career performance wasn’t just about showing off his scoring chops, it was about showcasing his development as a leader on the court.
Gilgeous-Alexander didn’t just find his rhythm in the playoffs, he was on fire throughout the regular season, as well. He was phenomenal, leading the league with a scorching 32.7 points per game. He averaged 5.0 rebounds and 6.4 assists per game. This highlights his versatile skillset as a player. While doing all of that, he managed to keep a high shooting percentage, making 51.9% of his shots from the field.
After a great campaign, Gilgeous-Alexander has deservedly been awarded the MVP. He battled valiantly with Nikola Jokic for MVP and was nothing short of incredible with his development and drive this past season. His distinguished individual achievements are underscored by this recognition. It reflects the Thunder’s evolution into a relevant competitive team in the league.
As he celebrates this milestone, Gilgeous-Alexander has expressed gratitude towards his teammates and coaching staff for their support throughout the season. In a gesture of appreciation, he presented each of his teammates with Rolex watches, symbolizing their collective effort and success.
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