New Science MVP is born: Opening its own chapter of the era

In the bright stars of the NBA, there are always some names that bloom like fireworks at specific moments, illuminating the entire league. In 2025, the name belongs to Shea Gilgers-Alexander. With his outstanding performance this season, he was successfully crowned the new NBA MVP and opened his own chapter of the era.

Alexander's basketball journey was not smooth. When he first entered the league, he did not receive enough attention and reuse with the Clippers. But the turning point of fate always comes inadvertently. In 2019, the Thunder got him through a trade, which also became the starting point for his career to take off. After coming to the Thunder, Alexander seemed to be injected with new vitality, began to make his mark on the field, and gradually grew into an indispensable core of the team.

This season, Alexander's performance was amazing. He averaged 32.7 points per game and won the league's scoring champion with an absolute advantage. Scoring for him was as easy as taking a picture. He can do it with a sharp breakthrough or accurate mid- and long-distance shooting. At the critical moment of the game, he was the team's most trusted scorer, and he helped the team turn the tide with his personal abilities many times. In addition to scoring, his data in other aspects are also impressive. Average of 5.0 rebounds per game shows his excellent rebound awareness and fighting ability for a defender; 6.4 assists revitalize the team's offense, making the Thunder's offensive system work smoothly; 1.72 steals and 1.01 blocks reflect his active contribution on the defensive end. He has become an insurmountable barrier for his opponents.

Under Alexander's leadership, the Thunder have achieved a brilliant record of 68 wins and 14 losses this season, ranking first in the league. This result not only refreshed the best record in the Thunder's history, but also tied the sixth best record in NBA history in a single season. His presence has allowed the Thunder to rise rapidly from a rebuilding team and become a strong contender for the championship. His leadership and influence on the court are not only reflected in the data, but also in the improvement of the team's morale and control of the game rhythm. He can always stand up when the team needs it, inspire his teammates with his performance, and lead the team to victory.

From the data comparison, Alexander is no less than Jokic and Antetokounmpo, who are also strong competitors in MVP. Jokic averaged 29.6 points, 12.7 rebounds, 10.2 assists this season, with the Nuggets having a record of 50 wins and 32 losses; Antetokounmpo averaging 30.4 points, 11.9 rebounds, 6.5 assists, and the Bucks having a record of 48 wins and 32 losses. Alexander has an advantage in scoring and team record, which also makes him stand out in the MVP selection.

Alexander's election has created many histories. He became the third player in the Thunder's history to win this honor, the first two are Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook. He is also the second Canadian player in NBA history to win the regular season MVP honor, which is undoubtedly another highlight of Canadian basketball. He used his efforts and strength to write a new chapter for Canadian basketball.

Now, standing on the MVP podium, Alexander is not satisfied. His eyes have long been aiming at a higher goal - the championship. In the Western Conference Finals, he is leading the Thunder to launch a rush to the Finals. I believe that under his leadership, the Thunder will continue to overcome obstacles in the playoffs and strive towards the championship trophy. Alexander's basketball story continues to be written, and we are fortunate to witness this new MVP create more glory in the future.