Shai Gilgeous-Alexander

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Oct 24, 2025; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Clippers guard Chris Paul (3) handles the ball in the second half against the Phoenix Suns at Intuit Dome. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images
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Is This Actually Chris Paul’s Final Season?

At the start of the summer, rumors circulated that Chris Paul would sign with the Los Angeles Clippers and possibly retire after this...

Oct 24, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (77) returns to the be3nch in the fourth quarteragainst the Minnesota Timberwolves at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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Luka Doncic Will Finally Win NBA MVP In 2026

In his now-eighth season in the NBA, Luka Doncic is averaging a whopping 28.6 points per game for his career; the Slovenian is...

May 28, 2025; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Chet Holmgren (7) and guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) celebrates during the second quarter against the Minnesota Timberwolves in game five of the western conference finals for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images
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The Lead’s 2025-26 NBA Predictions

The 2025-2026 NBA season has arrived. Parity hasn’t ever been stronger, as the league could potentially crown a new champion for the eighth...

Mar 13, 2025; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (77) drives to the basket against Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) in the third quarter at Fiserv Forum.
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The Top Early 2025-26 NBA MVP Candidates

The 2025-26 NBA season is shaping up to be one of the most exciting in recent years. With incredible talent on display and...

May 26, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams (8), forward Chet Holmgren (7) and guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) talk to the media after defeating the Minnesota Timberwolves in game four of the western conference finals for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Jesse Johnson-Imagn Images
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Thunder’s Smart Offseason Moves Signal Long-Term Dominance

Just weeks ago, OKC celebrated center court at Paycom Center. Confetti raining down, a young core beaming with promise, and a city reveling...

May 9, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) defends on Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (15) in the second half during game three of the second round for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Ball Arena.
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Can the NBA’s Next MVP Be Predicted?

Betting markets say yes. The NBA is filled with exciting games and intense playoff drama. Teams often win by a single point or...

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Sam Presti Completed the Rebuild Speedrun

In the summer of 2019, Sam Presti and the Oklahoma City Thunder rocketed themselves into an expected long-term rebuild after trading All-NBA forward...

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Who Were the Best Players in the 2025 NBA Playoffs?

The 2025 NBA Playoffs showcased exceptional talent and countless unforgettable performances. With the Oklahoma City Thunder earning their first championship in franchise history,...

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Thunder Can Easily End Past Champions’ Failed Repeat Bids

Oklahoma City, through the unimaginable ups and downs of its short time as a franchise, has finally won an NBA Championship. The Thunder...

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NBA Finals Film Room: How the Thunder Outlasted the Pacers

The Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Indiana Pacers 4-3 in the 2025 NBA Finals to capture the franchise’s first title. Star guard Shai...

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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Has Become Greatest Player in Thunder History

In a franchise full of stars like Kevin Durant, Russell Westbrook, and James Harden, it’s no small feat to rise above the legends....

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Thunder Get Retribution for Years of Heartbreak

As the Oklahoma City Thunder took the court for Sunday night’s Game 7, there was a palpable feeling in the air. A historic...

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2025 NBA Finals Film Room: How We Got to a Game 7

It all comes down to this.  For the first time since 2016, a Game 7 will decide the NBA Finals. In Game 1,...

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The 2025 NBA Finals Are a Dream Come True for Diehard NBA Fans

To the casual NBA fan or those tuning into the NBA for the first time this season, the 2025 NBA Finals are nothing...