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Earlier in the 2025-26 season, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander became just the 16th player in the NBA's long history to win multiple MVP awards. The former

May 20, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) reacts to a play during the fourth quarter against the San Antonio Spurs during game two of the western conference finals for the 2026 NBA playoffs at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander says his second MVP season was a failure

The stage for the NBA Finals has been set. And it'll include a trio of former Kentucky Wildcats, too.   Technically, we were going to see a pair of

May 30, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Victor Wembanyama (1) celebrates with guard De'aaron Fox (4) after defeating the Oklahoma City Thunder in game seven of the western conference finals for the 2026 NBA playoffs at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

BBNBA Playoffs: De'Aaron Fox and Keldon Johnson are going to the NBA Finals

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has been the subject of online criticism during the Oklahoma City Thunder's run in the Western Conference Finals. It's now to

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's lawyers send cease and desist to Underdog Sports over fake board game

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander looked into the camera after Game 5 of the Western Conference Finals and said, ", I might have had the worst start to a

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BBNBA Playoffs: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander drops 32, Thunder take Game 5

In Game 3 of the Western Conference Finals, the San Antonio Spurs opened the gate with a 15-0 lead before losing by 15 points. They refused to cough

May 24, 2026; San Antonio, Texas, USA; San Antonio Spurs guard De'Aaron Fox (4) moves the ball up court in the first quarter against the Oklahoma City Thunder during game four of the western conference finals for the 2026 NBA playoffs at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Dunn-Imagn Images

BBNBA Playoffs: De'Aaron Fox's double-double helps Spurs tie WCF at 2-2

A group of former Kentucky guards was recognized as three of the world's top basketball players.  On Sunday night, the NBA announced its three

Photos of Jamal Murray (left), Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (middle), and Tyrese Maxey via Imagn Images

Three former Wildcats named to 2025-26 All-NBA Teams

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is accustomed to going an entire quarter without scoring. Usually, he does that in the 4th quarter after bowing out on the

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BBNBA Playoffs: Gilgeous-Alexander and the Thunder overcome 15-0 hole to win Game 3

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has his squad back on the right path.  After dropping Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals in a double-overtime instant

BBNBA Playoffs: SGA goes for 30 as Thunder even series with Spurs

Yes, this is a Kentucky website -- but how can we not gush over Victor Wembanyama?  The alien-like Wembanyama made the basketball world stop spinning

May 18, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama (1) reacts in double overtime against the Oklahoma City Thunder during game one of the western conference finals for the 2026 NBA playoffs at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

BBNBA Playoffs: Victor Wembanyama is the greatest basketball player of all time

And then there were four...  It's time for the NBA Conference Finals. A pair of Eastern Conference teams will clash on one side of the bracket, while

Photos of De'Aaron Fox (left), Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (middle), and Karl-Anthony Towns via Imagn Images

The NBA Conference Finals will feature plenty of former Wildcats

The inevitable has become official. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has won his second-straight NBA Most Valuable Player award, beating out Nikola Jokic and

Apr 10, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) reacts before the game against the Denver Nuggets at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander wins second-straight NBA MVP

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander won his second consecutive NBA Most Valuable Player award on Sunday, according to ESPN's Shams

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Report: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander wins second consecutive NBA MVP award

The Los Angeles Lakers are mixing things up, throwing everything they can think of at the Oklahoma City Thunder to try and do something, anything, to

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BBNBA: Adou Thiero leads Lakers in rebounding, but Thunder keep winning, lead 3-0

The Oklahoma City Thunder's path to a second straight NBA Finals win continues to be a smooth ride.   On Thursday night, the (1) Thunder took a

May 7, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) talks to the media after game two of the second round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

BBNBA Playoffs: SGA, Thunder take a 2-0 lead over Lakers

The Oklahoma City Thunder remained undefeated in the playoffs on Tuesday, rolling to a comfortable 108-90 victory over the Lakers in Game 1 of the

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BBNBA Playoffs: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander held under 20 points but Thunder roll

The Oklahoma City Thunder became the first team to advance to the second round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs. They can thank the reigning MVP for making

Photos of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (left) and Jamal Murray via Imagn Images

BBNBA Playoffs: SGA leads Thunder to sweep, Murray and Nuggets stave off elimination

Five out of the six former Wildcats who saw action in playoff games on Saturday scored at least 15 points. This is your periodic reminder that no

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BBNBA Playoffs: Gilgeous-Alexander scores playoff career-high 42 points; KAT notches triple-double

The 1-seed Oklahoma City Thunder entered Game 2 of the first round of the NBA playoffs against the 8-seed Phoenix Suns as a 17.5-point favorite. OKC

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BBNBA Playoffs: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Thunder storm by Suns in Game 2

Oklahoma City Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has won the 2026 NBA Clutch Player of the Year award. The honor was was announced on Peacock's NBA

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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander wins 2026 NBA Clutch Player of the Year award

The first round of the NBA playoffs is the hardest on my non-sports-loving wife. She saw a game on and asked, "Is this for the championship?" No,

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BBNBA Playoffs: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and De'Aaron Fox helps their teams win big

A trio of former Kentucky players is up for some of the NBA's top individual honors.   On Sunday night, the league announced its finalists for seven

Photos of Jamal Murray (left), Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (middle), and Keldon Johnson via Imagn Images

Three Wildcats nominated for major NBA regular season awards

Last season, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander became the first former Kentucky Wildcat to win the NBA's Most Valuable Player award. The Oklahoma City Thunder

Mar 30, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) gestures during the second half against the Detroit Pistons at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander on pace to win second straight NBA MVP award

All eyes are rightfully on March Madness right now, but lingering in the background is the NBA finishing up its regular season and preparing for the

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Former Kentucky Wildcats flood NBA player award watch lists

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has broken a record that stood for over 60 years.   With his 35-point performance on Thursday night against the Boston

Mar 12, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) gestures after scoring a basket against the Boston Celtics during the second quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

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