Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Crowned NBA MVP After Leading Thunder to Western Conference Finals
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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has been named the NBA's Most Valuable Player for the 2024-25 season, leading the league in scoring and guiding the Oklahoma City Thunder to the top seed in the Western Conference. His exceptional performance included averaging 32.7 points per game and achieving rare statistical milestones, earning him 71 first-place votes and the Michael Jordan Trophy.
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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander won the NBA MVP award for the 2024-25 season.
He led the league in scoring with 32.7 points per game and joined Michael Jordan as the only players to achieve specific statistical milestones.
Gilgeous-Alexander received 71 first-place votes and 913 total points in the MVP voting.
He led the Thunder to the No. 1 seed in the Western Conference and advanced to the Western Conference finals after defeating Denver.
Gilgeous-Alexander is eligible for a four-year, $294 million contract extension after being named All-NBA First Team for the second consecutive season.
The Thunder hold a 1-0 lead over the Minnesota Timberwolves in the Western Conference finals.
