The Shai Era: SGA's MVP Season and the Knicks' Rise
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It’s a passing of the torch season if there ever was one. We might be saying goodbye to LeBron James while watching the arrival of the next great superstars in Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Victor Wembanyama.
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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander dominated the 2025–2026 season, solidifying what many call the 'Shai Era.' He led the Oklahoma City Thunder to a league-best 64–18 record while playing at an all-time level. His individual brilliance earned him his second consecutive NBA MVP award and the Clutch Player of the Year trophy, proving he is the premier closer in the league today.
The Oklahoma City Thunder finished the 2025–2026 regular season as the undisputed kings of the NBA with a dominant 64–18 record. This performance represented a total shift in the NBA power structure, as the team transitioned from a developing roster to the team everyone else is chasing. Their success was built through a combination of smart draft picks and internal player development.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander won the Clutch Player of the Year award in 2026 in nearly unanimous fashion, receiving 96 out of 100 first-place votes. This overwhelming consensus from the league highlights his reputation as the generation's best closer. By winning both this award and the MVP, SGA proved that he was the most reliable player when the game was on the line during the Thunder's historic run.
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