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 currently playing for the Oklahoma City Thunder in the NBA. After playing college basketball for the Kentucky Wildcats, he was drafted 11th overall in 2018 by the Charlotte Hornets but was immediately traded to the Los Angeles Clippers. He has since become a prominent player in the league, earning three NBA All-Star selections and being named to the All-NBA First Team twice. He is known for his scoring ability and all-around game.

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1996: Previous Team Record Set by Seattle SuperSonics

In 1996, the Seattle SuperSonics set the previous franchise record for consecutive regular-season wins, before the Oklahoma City Thunder broke the record on January 5, 2025.

2013: First seed since 2013

In 2024, behind Gilgeous-Alexander's play, the Thunder won 57 games and entered the 2024 NBA playoffs as the Western Conference's first seed, for the first time since 2013.

2017: Kentucky Derby Classic and Nike Hoop Summit

In 2017, Gilgeous-Alexander was named MVP of the Kentucky Derby Classic and represented the World Select Team at the Nike Hoop Summit.

January 13, 2020: First NBA Triple-Double

On January 13, 2020, Gilgeous-Alexander recorded his first NBA triple-double with 20 points, 10 assists, and 20 rebounds in a win over the Minnesota Timberwolves.

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

On October 31, 2022, Gilgeous-Alexander was named the NBA Western Conference Player of the Week, marking his second career NBA Player of the Week award.

2023: FIBA World Cup and Northern Star Award

In 2023, Gilgeous-Alexander led the Canadian team to a historic bronze medal at the FIBA World Cup and was named to the All-Tournament Team. He also received the Northern Star Award and the Lionel Conacher Award.

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

In 2023, 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: Property Purchase and Lawsuit

In spring 2023, Gilgeous-Alexander purchased a lakefront property in Burlington, Ontario, but moved out due to security concerns and filed a lawsuit to reverse the purchase, which he later won.

November 11, 2024: Career-High 45 Points Against Clippers

On November 11, 2024, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored a then-career-high 45 points, along with three rebounds, nine assists, five steals and two blocks in a 134–128 win over the Los Angeles Clippers.

2024: 2024 Summer Olympics Performance

In 2024, Gilgeous-Alexander played for Canada in the Summer Olympics in Paris and was named to the tournament's All-Second Team.

January 2, 2025: Thunder Achieve 13th Straight Win

On January 2, 2025, Gilgeous-Alexander led the Thunder to their 13th straight win, setting a new franchise record for most consecutive regular-season wins in the franchise's Oklahoma City era.