Also known as: Gilgeous Alexander · Canadian star Gilgeous-Alexander
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander — Oklahoma City Thunder guard who won back-to-back NBA MVP awards, leading the team through the 2026 playoffs.
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The Namibian
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 32 points
“Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 32 points as the Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the San Antonio Spurs 127-114 to move within one win of a return to the NBA Finals on Tuesday.”
Gilgeous Alexander, Thunder down Spurs to take 3-2 series leadThe Namibian
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the Thunder with 19 points
“NBA Most Valuable Player Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the Thunder with 19 points.”
Wemby stars as Spurs rip Thunder to level NBA playoff seriesThe Namibian
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 26 points in Thunder's 123-108 victory over Spurs
“Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 26 points as the Oklahoma City Thunder survived an early onslaught to score a 123-108 victory over the San Antonio Spurs and take a 2-1 lead in their NBA Western Conference Finals series on Friday.”
Gilgeous Alexander leads Thunder past Spurs for 2-1 leadThe Namibian
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 30 points and provided nine assists
“Having been largely kept in check in Monday's game one loss to the Spurs, the league's back-to-back Most Valuable Player scored 30 points and provided nine assists.”
Gilgeous Alexander stars as Thunder level series with SpursThe Namibian
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was named NBA's Most Valuable Player for second straight season
“Oklahoma City Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was named the NBA's Most Valuable Player for a second straight season on Sunday, the NBA confirmed.”
Shai Gilgeous Alexander wins second straight NBA MVP awardThe Namibian
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 42 points in Saturday's playoff game
“Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 42 points in a ruthlessly efficient shooting display Saturday to propel Oklahoma City to a 121-109 victory over Phoenix and a commanding 3-0 lead in their NBA playoff series.”
Rampant Gilgeous Alexander fuels Thunder win, Magic hold off PistonsThe Namibian
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 37 points to lead Thunder past Suns
“Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 37 points to propel the Oklahoma City Thunder to a 120-107 victory over Phoenix and a 2-0 lead in their NBA playoff series, as Detroit topped Orlando to knot their series at 1-1 on Wednesday.”
Thunder roll past Suns, Pistons bounce back to level series with MagicThe Namibian
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 25 points with seven assists for Oklahoma City
“Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, the reigning NBA Most Valuable Player and Finals MVP, scored 25 points, connecting on just five of 18 from the field but drilling 15 of his 17 free throw attempts for Oklahoma City. He added seven assists and two blocked shots before sitting out the entire fourth quarter.”
Thunder, Celtics open NBA playoffs with big wins, Magic shock PistonsThe Namibian
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 47 points against Detroit
“Wembanyama's rival and reigning MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, scored 47 points as the Thunder escaped with a win against a short-handed Detroit.”
Wembanyama sets record as Spurs beat Bulls, Shai rescues ThunderThe Namibian
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 40 points in Thunder victory over Wizards
“Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 40 points in a stormy Oklahoma City Thunder victory over the Washington Wizards on Saturday as LeBron James added another milestone to his career with a record-breaking 1,612th NBA regular season game.”
Gilgeous Alexander scores 40, LeBron breaks NBA appearance recordVictor Wembanyama scored 28 points and collected 10 rebounds as the San Antonio Spurs defeated Oklahoma City 118-91 on Thursday to force a decisive seventh game in their NBA Western Conference finals series, keeping alive their hopes of reaching the NBA Finals.
29 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Victor Wembanyama scored 28 points and collected 10 rebounds as the San Antonio Spurs defeated Oklahoma City 118-91 on Thursday to force a decisive seventh game in their NBA Western Conference finals series, keeping alive their hopes of reaching the NBA Finals.
29 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 32 points as the Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the San Antonio Spurs 127–114 in game five of the Western Conference finals, moving within one win of a return to the NBA Finals. The Thunder now lead the series 3–2 with two games remaining.
27 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Victor Wembanyama scored 33 points as the San Antonio Spurs defeated the Oklahoma City Thunder 103-82 on Sunday, leveling the NBA Western Conference finals at two games each. The 22-year-old French center also added eight rebounds, five assists, and three blocked shots in 31 minutes.
25 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 26 points as the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the San Antonio Spurs 123-108 to take a 2-1 lead in their NBA Western Conference Finals series on Friday.
23 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 30 points and provided nine assists as the Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the San Antonio Spurs 122-113 to level their Western Conference finals series at 1-1.
21 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Oklahoma City Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was named NBA Most Valuable Player for a second straight season, receiving 83 first-choice votes out of roughly 100 ballots cast by journalists and broadcasters. Gilgeous-Alexander credited his team-mates for their support throughout the season.
18 May 2026 · The Namibian →
LeBron James said he will take time to consider his future after the Los Angeles Lakers were swept out of the NBA playoffs by Oklahoma City, leaving the 41-year-old out of contract and uncertain whether to extend with the Lakers, seek a new team, or retire.
12 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 42 points to lead Oklahoma City to a 121-109 victory over Phoenix and a 3-0 playoff series lead. In the Eastern Conference, the eighth-seeded Orlando Magic defeated the top-seeded Detroit Pistons 113-105 to take a 2-1 series lead.
26 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 37 points as Oklahoma City Thunder defeated Phoenix 120-107 to take a 2-0 series lead in their NBA playoff first round. In a separate matchup, Detroit Pistons defeated Orlando Magic 98-83 to level their series at 1-1.
23 April 2026 · The Namibian →
The Oklahoma City Thunder routed the Phoenix Suns 119-84 and the Boston Celtics dominated the Philadelphia 76ers 123-91 in their playoff openers on Sunday, while the Orlando Magic upset the Detroit Pistons 112-101 after having little rest.
20 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Victor Wembanyama scored 41 points and achieved the fastest double-double in NBA history in just 8 minutes 31 seconds as the San Antonio Spurs extended their winning streak to nine games with a 129-114 victory over the Chicago Bulls. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 47 points to lead the Oklahoma City Thunder to a 114-110 overtime win against Detroit.
31 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 40 points to lead the Oklahoma City Thunder to their 11th straight victory, defeating the Washington Wizards 132–111. The game was marred by a first-half brawl that resulted in four player ejections.
22 March 2026 · The Namibian →
The Detroit Pistons defeated the Toronto Raptors 113–95 on Wednesday, with Cade Cunningham scoring 28 points and Paul Reed adding 22 despite the absence of suspended centers Jalen Duren and Isaiah Stewart. The victory leaves Detroit atop the Eastern Conference with a 40–13 record.
12 February 2026 · The Namibian →
The New York Knicks defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 112–100, stretching their win streak to six games. OG Anunoby scored 25 points for the Knicks while LeBron James, playing what could be his last game at Madison Square Garden, scored 22 points for the Lakers.
2 February 2026 · The Namibian →