Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Makes NBA History with Second Consecutive MVP Award
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Goes Back-To-Back: Thunder Star Joins NBA Immortals With Second Straight MVP

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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander of the Oklahoma City Thunder has been named the 2025-26 NBA Most Valuable Player, marking his second consecutive win. He joins an elite group of only 14 players in NBA history to achieve this feat, showcasing remarkable performance throughout the season.
- 01Gilgeous-Alexander received 939 points and 83 first-place votes, significantly outpacing Nikola Jokic and Victor Wembanyama.
- 02He averaged 31.1 points per game during the season, contributing to the Thunder's 64 wins.
- 03SGA shattered Wilt Chamberlain’s record for consecutive 20-point games, scoring 20-plus points in every regular-season appearance over at least 50 games.
- 04He became the only guard in NBA history to average over 30 points while shooting above 55 percent from the field.
- 05SGA also won Clutch Player of the Year and led the league in clutch points with a plus-minus of +788.
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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, the star guard of the Oklahoma City Thunder, has been awarded the 2025-26 NBA MVP, making him only the 14th player in league history to win the award in consecutive seasons. Gilgeous-Alexander's performance this year was nothing short of extraordinary, as he averaged 31.1 points per game and helped the Thunder achieve a remarkable 64 wins in the regular season. His dominance was reflected in the voting results, where he secured 939 points and 83 first-place votes, comfortably surpassing three-time MVP Nikola Jokic and rising star Victor Wembanyama. Notably, SGA shattered Wilt Chamberlain's long-standing record for consecutive 20-point games and became the first player since Wilt in the 1963-64 season to score 20 or more points in every game of a season with at least 50 appearances. Additionally, he became the only guard in NBA history to average over 30 points while shooting above 55 percent from the field. As the Thunder prepare for the Western Conference Finals against the San Antonio Spurs, Gilgeous-Alexander aims to lead his team to back-to-back championships.
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Gilgeous-Alexander's performance boosts the Thunder's profile and fan engagement, potentially increasing attendance and support during playoff games.
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