Shai Gilgeous‑Alexander Wins MVP, 83 Votes
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- Shai Gilgeous‑Alexander was named NBA MVP for the second consecutive year, becoming the 14th player to win back‑to‑back MVPs.
- Shai Gilgeous‑Alexander received 83 of 100 possible first‑place votes, while Nikola Jokic got 10 and Victor Wembanyama got five.
- Shai Gilgeous‑Alexander’s win marked the eighth straight season a player born outside the United States earned the MVP award.
- Cade Cunningham earned two first‑place votes, the first by a U.S.-born player since 2021.
- Mark Daigneault praised Shai Gilgeous‑Alexander for improving his leadership and perspective as he ages.
- Shai Gilgeous‑Alexander and his teammates received Burberry trenchcoats as a gift celebrating his second MVP.
Why it matters: The award solidifies Gilgeous‑Alexander’s standing as the league’s premier talent, enhancing the Thunder’s brand value and attracting sponsors, while the eighth consecutive non‑U.S. MVP streak underscores the growing impact of international players and leaves U.S.-born contenders still waiting for top‑vote recognition.
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