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Oklahoma City — Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was named the NBA Most Valuable Player on Sunday, earning his second consecutive MVP award ahead of the Oklahoma City Thunder’s Western Conference finals home game against the San Antonio Spurs. Voters recognized his regular-season performance after a year in which he averaged 31.1 points per game and shot over 55% from the field. The announcement, revealed on Amazon Prime Video shortly after 7:30 p.m. EDT this week, confirms Gilgeous-Alexander as the league’s top player and places him among the historical group of back-to-back winners; he is now the 18th player with at least two MVPs and the 14th to win consecutive trophies. The Thunder held a celebration at their practice facility Sunday as they proceed in the Western Conference finals.

Prepared by Emily Rhodes and reviewed by editorial team.

Timeline of Events

2019: Giannis Antetokounmpo begins a multi-year run of internationally born MVP winners.
2024: Nikola Jokic won the NBA MVP, continuing international winners' streak.
Last season: Gilgeous-Alexander was announced MVP one day before a Thunder West finals home game.
This regular season: Gilgeous-Alexander averaged 31.1 PPG and shot over 55% from the field.
Sunday: The NBA announced Gilgeous-Alexander as the MVP for the second consecutive year; the team celebrated at its practice facility.

Why This Matters to You

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's back-to-back MVP wins highlight the rise of international players in the NBA. It's a trend that's changing the game, making it more global. If you're a fan, you might want to start following international leagues too.

The Bottom Line

Gilgeous-Alexander's second MVP win cements his place among NBA greats. His exceptional performance this season shows that hard work and talent pay off. Worth forwarding if you know a young athlete needing a dose of inspiration.