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BREAKING NEWS: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Crowned 2025 NBA MVP; Nikola Jokić Finishes Runner-Up in Historic Race
In a season marked by exceptional performances and fierce competition, Oklahoma City Thunder’s guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has been named the 2024–25 NBA Most Valuable Player (MVP). Gilgeous-Alexander secured 71 out of 100 first-place votes from a global panel, totaling 913 points, surpassing Denver Nuggets’ center Nikola Jokić, who garnered 29 first-place votes and 787 points .(
A Stellar Season for Gilgeous-Alexander
Gilgeous-Alexander’s MVP campaign was fueled by his league-leading average of 32.7 points per game, along with 5.0 rebounds and 6.4 assists, shooting an impressive 51.9% from the field. His leadership propelled the Thunder to a 68-win season, securing the top seed in the Western Conference and marking one of the most remarkable regular-season performances in recent memory .(
Jokić’s Remarkable Consistency
Despite not clinching the MVP title, Nikola Jokić delivered an extraordinary season, averaging 29.6 points, 12.7 rebounds, and 10.2 assists per game, achieving a triple-double average. This marks the fifth consecutive year Jokić has finished in the top two of MVP voting, a feat last accomplished by Larry Bird in 1986 .(
Recognition from Peers
Jokić’s outstanding performance did not go unnoticed. Serbian tennis legend Novak Djokovic publicly expressed admiration for Jokić, stating he would “keep watching [him] create history,” highlighting the widespread appreciation for Jokić’s contributions to the game .
All-NBA First Team Honors
Both Gilgeous-Alexander and Jokić were unanimously selected for the All-NBA First Team, joined by Giannis Antetokounmpo, Jayson Tatum, and Donovan Mitchell. This selection underscores their dominance and consistent excellence throughout the season .(Reuters)
Looking Ahead
As the Thunder advance in the playoffs, with Gilgeous-Alexander leading the charge, and Jokić and the Nuggets reflect on a season of highs and lows, the NBA landscape continues to be shaped by these exceptional talents. Fans and analysts alike eagerly anticipate how these narratives will unfold in the coming seasons.
Watch Nikola Jokić’s Reaction to Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Winning the MVP Award:
