Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (SGA) is a Canadian professional basketball player for the Oklahoma City Thunder. He's a four-time NBA All-Star and three-time All-NBA First Team member. He was named the NBA Most Valuable Player (MVP) for the 2024-25 season. In the same season, he led the Thunder to their first NBA championship since relocating to Oklahoma City, becoming the 11th Canadian to win an NBA title.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

2005: Steve Nash's First MVP Award

In 2005, Steve Nash first claimed the NBA MVP award.

2005: Steve Nash wins Northern Star Award

In 2005, Steve Nash first won the Northern Star Award.

2006: Steve Nash's Second MVP Award

In 2006, Steve Nash claimed his second consecutive NBA MVP award.

2016: Canada at FIBA Americas Under-18 Championship and Olympic Qualifying Tournament

In 2016, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander represented Canada at the FIBA Americas Under-18 Championship, where the team won silver. He also joined the senior national team for the 2016 FIBA World Olympic Qualifying Tournament, where Canada lost to France and failed to qualify for the 2016 Summer Olympics.

2017: Kentucky Derby Festival MVP and Nike Hoop Summit

In 2017, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander participated in the Kentucky Derby Festival Basketball Classic and was named MVP. He also represented the World Select Team at the 2017 Nike Hoop Summit, scoring 11 points.

2018: NBA Summer League Performance

In 2018, during the NBA Summer League with the Los Angeles Clippers, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander averaged 19.0 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 4.0 assists per game, becoming the first player in Las Vegas Summer League history to average at least 19.0 points, 4.0 assists, and 2.0 steals over a minimum of three appearances.

January 13, 2020: First Career Triple-Double

On January 13, 2020, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander recorded his first career triple-double with 20 points, 10 assists, and 20 rebounds against the Minnesota Timberwolves, becoming the youngest player to achieve a 20-20-10 statline in the last 30 years.

October 31, 2022: NBA Western Conference Player of the Week

On October 31, 2022, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was named the NBA Western Conference Player of the Week for Week 2 (October 24–30), marking his second career NBA Player of the Week award. He led the Thunder to an undefeated 3–0 week.

February 2, 2023: Named to First NBA All-Star Game

On February 2, 2023, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was named to his first-ever NBA All-Star Game as a reserve guard for the Western Conference.

May 2023: Purchase and Lawsuit Regarding Lakefront Property

In May 2023, Gilgeous-Alexander purchased a lakefront property in Burlington, Ontario, previously occupied by Aiden Pleterski. Due to security concerns, he vacated the property and filed a lawsuit to rescind the purchase, which he won.

2023: FIBA Basketball World Cup and Awards

In 2023, Gilgeous-Alexander led Canada to a historic bronze medal at the FIBA Basketball World Cup, securing a berth at the 2024 Summer Olympics. He was named to the All-Tournament Team and later received the Northern Star Award and Lionel Conacher Award, recognizing him as Canada's Athlete of the Year.

2023: All-Star and All-NBA First Team Selection

In 2023, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was named to his first NBA All-Star Game and voted to the All-NBA First Team, finishing fourth in league scoring with 31.4 points per game.

2023: Bronze Medal and Northern Star Award

In 2023, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander won the bronze medal at the FIBA Basketball World Cup with the Canada men's national basketball team and was named to the All-Tournament Team. He also received the Northern Star Award as Canada's Athlete of the Year in 2023.

2024: NBA Free Throws Leader

From the 2022-23 season to the 2024-25 season, Gilgeous-Alexander led the NBA in total free throws made.

2024: NBA MVP and Championship

In 2024, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was named the NBA Most Valuable Player (MVP) and led the Oklahoma City Thunder to their first NBA championship since relocating from Seattle. He also became the 11th Canadian to win an NBA title in 2024.

2025: Second Athlete of the Year Award

In 2025, Gilgeous-Alexander received the Northern Star Award as Canada's Athlete of the Year and the Lionel Conacher Award as the Canadian Press' choice for Canadian Male Athlete of the Year again.

2025: NBA Finals MVP and Championship

In 2025, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander won the NBA Finals MVP award as the Thunder won the NBA Finals. He became the fourth player in NBA history to win the MVP award, Finals MVP award, and scoring title in the same season in 2025.

January 2, 2026: Named Western Conference Player of the Month

On January 2, 2026, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was named Western Conference Player of the Month for December after leading the Thunder to a 9–4 record, averaging 31.4 points, 4.6 rebounds, and 6.1 assists per game while shooting 59.4 percent from the field. It was his fifth career Player of the Month honours.

January 7, 2026: Mid-Range Jumper at the Buzzer

On January 7, 2026, Gilgeous-Alexander hit a mid-range jumper at the buzzer to force overtime against the Utah Jazz. He finished the game with 46 points, six rebounds, and six assists, leading the Thunder to a 129–125 overtime victory.