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. A three-time NBA All-Star and three-time All-NBA First Team selection, SGA reached the pinnacle of individual success by being named the NBA Most Valuable Player for the 2024-25 season. In that same season, he also led the Thunder to their first NBA championship since the team relocated to Oklahoma City, marking a significant achievement in his career and for the franchise.

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1949: George Mikan's NBA Finals Debut

The text references George Mikan scoring 42 points in his NBA Finals debut in 1949, which is more than Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's debut.

1992: Michael Jordan's 1992 Postseason Run

The text mentions that in the 1992 postseason, Michael Jordan was one of only four NBA players to ever have 15 or more 30-point games in a single postseason run.

1995: Hakeem Olajuwon's 1995 Postseason Run

The text mentions that in the 1995 postseason, Hakeem Olajuwon was one of only four NBA players to ever have 15 or more 30-point games in a single postseason run.

2001: Allen Iverson's NBA Finals Debut

The text mentions that Allen Iverson scored 48 points in his NBA Finals debut in 2001, which is more than Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's debut.

2005: Steve Nash Wins MVP

In 2005, Steve Nash won the NBA Most Valuable Player award for the first time. This is mentioned as a comparison to Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, who later won the same award.

2006: Steve Nash Wins Second MVP

In 2006, Steve Nash won the NBA Most Valuable Player award for the second consecutive year. This is mentioned as a comparison to Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, who later won the same award.

2009: Kobe Bryant's 2009 Postseason Run

The text mentions that in the 2009 postseason, Kobe Bryant was one of only four NBA players to ever have 15 or more 30-point games in a single postseason run.

January 13, 2020: First NBA triple-double vs Minnesota Timberwolves

On January 13, 2020, Gilgeous-Alexander recorded his first NBA triple double with 20 points, 10 assists, and a career-high 20 rebounds in a 117–104 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 for Week 2, marking his second career NBA Player of the Week award.

2022: Free Throws Made

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

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

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

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

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

2023: FIBA World Cup Bronze and Northern Star Award

In 2023, Gilgeous-Alexander won the bronze medal with the Canadian national team at the FIBA World Cup and was named to the World Cup All-Tournament Team. He also received the Northern Star Award as Canadian athlete of the year.

2023: FIBA World Cup and Awards

In 2023, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the Canadian team to a historic run at the FIBA World Cup, securing a berth at the 2024 Summer Olympics and winning a bronze medal. He was named to the World Cup All-Tournament Team and received the Northern Star Award and the Lionel Conacher Award.

2023: All-Defensive Team Votes

In 2023, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander started earning All-Defensive Team votes.

January 25, 2024: Named Western Conference All-Star Starter

On January 25, 2024, Gilgeous-Alexander was named a Western Conference starter for the 2024 NBA All-Star Game, marking his second consecutive selection and his first as a starter.

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: Free Throws Made

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

2024: First Canadian to Lead NBA in Scoring

In 2024, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander finished the regular season as the first Canadian to lead the NBA in scoring and the third international player to achieve this feat.

2024: Defensive Player of the Year Award Voting

In 2024, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander placed 7th in the voting for the Defensive Player of the Year Award.

January 2, 2025: Thunder's 13th Straight Win

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

2025: All-Defensive Team Votes

In 2025, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander continued earning All-Defensive Team votes.

2025: NBA Finals MVP

In 2025, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was named the NBA Finals MVP after leading Oklahoma City to victory against Indiana. He became the fourth player in NBA history to win MVP, Finals MVP, and a scoring title in the same season.