Shai Gilgeous-Alexander again showed his dominance as the Oklahoma City Thunder ended the Portland Trail Blazers’ four-game winning streak with a 118-108 victory on Sunday. With the win, the Thunder’s season record now stands at 37-8.
Beyond his stellar gameplay, Shai ensured the evening carried a deeper meaning for one lucky fan. After the game, he was seen signing and gifting his game-worn jersey to a young supporter. The emotional moment was captured as the fan jumped excitedly and expressed heartfelt gratitude for the star’s heart-melting gesture.
Shai scored 35 PTS then made this young fan's night by signing and gifting him his game-worn jersey 🥹 pic.twitter.com/LWa1LEhNpP
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On the court, Shai delivered an electrifying 35-point performance and also added five rebounds, one assist, and three steals. With this outing, he notched his league-leading 27th game of scoring 30 or more points.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Takes The Lead In MVP Race
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is making a strong case for the MVP title this season, according to the latest update from NBA.com’s Kia MVP Ladder. The Thunder star is currently leading the league in scoring, with 32.1 points per game. His all-around performance, including 5.3 rebounds and 6.0 assists, has helped propel his team’s success this season.
What’s even more remarkable is his impact on the defensive side of the ball. Gilgeous-Alexander is ranked second in the league in steals, averaging two steals per game. With the Thunder continuing to rack up wins, his MVP candidacy has become stronger. The team’s performance should improve once Chet Holmgren returns to the lineup.
However, there’s another superstar closely trailing in the MVP race. Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets are also having a strong season. Jokic is averaging 29.9 points, 13.1 rebounds, and 10.1 assists. The Nuggets’ consistent winning makes Jokic’s case even stronger. But for now, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s all-around brilliance puts him at the top of the ladder.
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