Shai Gilgeous-Alexander

Shai Gilgeous‑Alexander is the cornerstone of the Oklahoma City Thunder, serving as the team's primary playmaker and scorer. Born on July 12, 1998, in Toronto, Ontario, the Canadian guard entered the NBA in 2018 after being selected 11th overall in the second round by the Los Angeles Clippers and immediately traded to the Thunder. Known for his smooth ball‑handling, mid‑range precision, and clutch finishing ability, SGA has become one of the league’s most versatile backcourt talents. Since breaking out in the 2020‑21 season, Gilgeous‑Alexander has earned multiple All‑Star selections, a spot on the All‑NBA Second Team in 2024, and has consistently ranked among the NBA’s top scorers. He led Oklahoma City to its first NBA Finals appearance in franchise history in 2026, delivering a series of high‑scoring performances that kept the Thunder competitive against the Los Angeles Lakers. Off the court, Shai is celebrated for his community work in both Oklahoma and his hometown of Toronto, and he continues to be a prominent voice for Canadian athletes in the NBA.

In the 2025‑26 season, Shai Gilgeous‑Alexander averaged 31.2 points, 5.9 rebounds, and 6.1 assists per game while shooting 48.3% from the field and 38.7% from three‑point range. His leadership propelled the Thunder to a 58‑24 regular‑season record, securing the top seed in the Western Conference. In the playoffs, SGA posted a series‑averaging 34.5 points in the Western Conference Finals, guiding Oklahoma City to a 4‑2 series win over the Denver Nuggets. The Thunder now face the Los Angeles Lakers in the NBA Finals, where Gilgeous‑Alexander has already posted 38 points and 9 assists in Game 1 and 42 points with 8 rebounds in Game 2, keeping the series tight and positioning the Thunder for a potential championship.