Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is a two-time MVP, but what that means historically depends on what comes next
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has won back-to-back MVP awards, placing him among an elite group of players. His performance has been historically significant, showcasing remarkable efficiency and consistency. The future of his legacy may depend on how he continues to perform, especially with emerging talents like Victor Wembanyama in the league.
- ▪Gilgeous-Alexander is the 14th player to win consecutive MVPs, joining legends like Michael Jordan and LeBron James.
- ▪He has achieved impressive statistics, including high effective field goal percentages and low turnover rates.
- ▪Gilgeous-Alexander has not scored fewer than 20 points in a game for almost two full regular seasons.
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| Publication time | Sun, 17 May 2026 15:28:38 +0000 |
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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is a two-time MVP, but what that means historically depends on what comes next The Thunder star is already in an elite group of back-to-back MVPs, even with Victor Wembanyama breathing down his neck By Sam Quinn May 17, 2026 at 11:14 am ET • 7 min read Getty Images There are two types of NBA MVPs, at least with the benefit of historical hindsight. There are the guys, and there are the guys between the guys. Some MVPs get trophies. Some get eras.There's a collective agreement among most basketball observers, at least with the benefit of hindsight, that players like Michael Jordan, LeBron James and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar probably should have more MVP trophies. Each had an undisputed decade-long reign as the NBA's best player.
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