MVP Finalist Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Leads Thunder to Game 1 Win

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has been named a 2025-26 NBA MVP finalist alongside Victor Wembanyama and Nikola Jokic. Following this recognition, he led the Thunder to a 119-84 Game 1 victory over the Suns, scoring 25 points. As the primary driver of the top-seeded Thunder, Gilgeous-Alexander continues to anchor the team's title defense, solidifying his status as one of the league's most impactful players during this postseason run.