As the 2026 NBA playoffs commence, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, the Oklahoma City Thunder's star player, is the clear favorite to win the Finals MVP with odds of +115. He has had an outstanding season, averaging 31.1 points, 4.3 rebounds, and a career-high 6.6 assists per game, leading the Thunder to the best record in the league. Following him in the MVP race is Victor Wembanyama of the San Antonio Spurs at +500, who has shown remarkable potential, especially against the Thunder. Nikola Jokic, the Denver Nuggets' center and last year's MVP, stands at +1000. Historical trends indicate that only one player has ever won Finals MVP from a losing team, and forwards have dominated the award in recent years, winning 10 of the last 12 titles. With Gilgeous-Alexander's impressive performance and the Thunder's strong position, he is poised to repeat his success from last season.