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 a single season of college basketball with the Kentucky Wildcats, he was drafted 11th overall by the Charlotte Hornets in 2018, subsequently traded to the Los Angeles Clippers. He has since become a prominent player in the league. A three-time NBA All-Star and two-time All-NBA First Team selection, solidifying his status as one of the league's premier talents.

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2013: Thunder's Last Top Seed

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

2016: Last Semifinals Appearance

In the 2024 playoffs, the Thunder advanced to the Western Conference Semifinals, the franchise's first since 2016. They would later lose to the Dallas Mavericks in six games.

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, becoming the youngest to achieve a 20-20-10 statline.

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 award.

February 2, 2023: First NBA All-Star Game Selection

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

2023: FIBA World Cup and Northern Star Award

In 2023, Gilgeous-Alexander led Canada to a bronze medal at the FIBA World Cup, securing a berth at the 2024 Summer Olympics. He was named to the World Cup All-Tournament Team and received the Northern Star Award as Canada's athlete of the year.

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

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

2023: Lakefront Property Lawsuit

In spring 2023, Gilgeous-Alexander purchased a lakefront property in Burlington, Ontario. Due to security concerns, he filed a lawsuit to reverse the purchase, alleging non-disclosure of the property's link to a bankrupt cryptocurrency trader. He won the lawsuit, and the appeal was denied.

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 first as a starter.

November 11, 2024: Career-High 45 Points vs. 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.

January 2, 2025: Thunder's 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 Oklahoma City era.