If Shai Gilgeous-Alexander means what he says, the NBA won’t have much choice but to reinsert itself in cities like Cleveland and Oklahoma City.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is 26 years old, in the MVP conversation (again) and playing for a tight-knit team that has a chance to win a championship. His two most talented teammates, Chet Holmgren and Jalen Williams,

The NBA announced its second batch of the 2025 All-Star fan voting results on Thursday. The Oklahoma City Thunder had a couple of representatives on the West's lists. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander remains as the top West guard.

All-Star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander talks addresses his future with the Thunder after Wednesday's loss to the Cavs

NBA superstar Shai Gilgeous-Alexander wants to retire with the Oklahoma City Thunder.  Gilgeous-Alexander, 26, is in his sixth season with the Thunder, who have the best record in the Western Conference at 30-6.

The NBA writer responsible for the MVP Ladder recently commented on why Shai Gilgeous-Alexander of the Oklahoma City Thunder is not at the top of his list.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault credited Cavs’ Jarrett Allen for his dominating performance leading Donovan Mitchell and the team in Wednesday’s loss. Following one of the more entertaining games between two small-market teams, a reporter asked Gilgeous-Alexander about its significance.

Following a big win against the Celtics, SGA and the Thunder are now 30-5 this season. They've won a franchise-record 15 consecutive games.

As 2025 begins, the balance of power in the NBA is starting to come into focus. Here are some takeaways from the ninth week of the regular season.