Thunder Media Day Basketball
Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault, left, laughs next to Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) during the NBA basketball team's media day Monday, Sept. 28, 2026, in Oklahoma City.
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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander of the Oklahoma City Thunder has a shot at winning his third consecutive NBA MVP award this season. Only three players have ever achieved that feat. Despite his focus on team success and championships, Gilgeous-Alexander's individual performance stands out. He leads the NBA in scoring over the past two seasons and has received more than 75% of first-place MVP votes. Thunder general manager Sam Presti has praised his work ethic and emotional awareness. If the Thunder remain contenders, Gilgeous-Alexander will likely be a top MVP candidate again, emphasizing leadership over individual accolades.
