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Kevin Garnett Explains Why Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Should Have Won The MVP Over Nikola Jokic

In a segment on 'KG Certified,' NBA legend Kevin Garnett gave his thoughts on the 2024 MVP race. Nuggets star Nikola Jokic ended up winning the award this year (the third of his career) but Garnett believes it should have gone to Shai Gilgeous-Alexander.

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Top Player Prop Bets for Mavericks vs. Thunder Western Conference Semifinals Game 3 on May 11, 2024

The Dallas Mavericks host the Oklahoma City Thunder at American Airlines Center on Saturday (tip at 3:30 PM ET). Those looking to place a player prop wager can find odds for Luka Doncic, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and others in this contest.

NBA News / Bleacher Nation / 5 hours ago

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Player Props: Three-Pointer Props and Odds vs. the Mavericks – Conference Semifinals Game 3, Saturday, May 11, 2024

On Saturday at 3:30 PM ET, the Oklahoma City Thunder meet the Dallas Mavericks in Game 3 of the second round of the NBA playoffs, and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s 3-pointer prop for this clash requires two trifectas.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / 2 hours ago

Shaq under fire for MVP comments to Nikola Jokic

Shaquille O'Neal under fire for controversial MVP comments to Nikola Jokic

Shaq is obviously entitled to his opinion. Gilgeous-Alexander also had an MVP-caliber season and finished second in MVP voting behind Jokic.

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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander News / ClutchPoints / 15 hours ago

Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s motivational message after Game 2 loss vs. Mavericks

The Oklahoma City Thunder weren’t at their best on Thursday night as they suffered their first loss of the 2024 NBA playoffs in Game 2 of their second-round matchup against the Dallas Mavericks, 119-110.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Fadeaway World / May 9

Stephen A. Smith Doesn't Understand How Shai-Gilgeous Alexander Didn't Win The NBA MVP Award

Stephen A. Smith's impassioned argument for Shai Gilgeous-Alexander as the NBA MVP highlights a significant belief in the young star's impact on the game.

NBA News / Yardbarker / May 9

Cavaliers vs. Celtics: We're sounding the horn for Kornet

Is anyone getting tired of this constant playoff action every night? Yeah, neither are we. Four more on deck tonight, and we've cooked up a pair of plus-money looks to power our Thursday forward.

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NBA News / Last Word On Sports / May 9

NBA Misses Mark with 2024 MVP Award Winner

In the sports world, but particularly among NBA fans, it’s not unusual to hear the word “snub.” Per the Cambridge definition, a snub is “to insult someone by not giving them any attention or treating them as if they are not important.” To that point, when people use that term, the purpose behind it is black-and-white.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Yardbarker / 10 hours ago

Why Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's MVP snub is unprecedented

SGA had several accomplishments this season that historically would have earned him the MVP Award.

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Oklahoma City Thunder News / ClutchPoints / May 8

Thunder’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander losing MVP battle has Shaq, fans fired up

Oklahoma City Thunder star guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander finished in second place in the NBA MVP voting behind Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic on Wednesday.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Fadeaway World / 31 minutes ago

Stephen A. Smith Falls For Fake Twitter Post On Shai Gilgeous-Alexander

Stephen A. Smith, on ESPN's 'First Take,' found himself in an awkward situation when he fell for a fake Twitter post regarding Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. "When Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, my MVP for this season, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, a young star for the Oklahoma City Thunder, the brother put up this tweet.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / ClutchPoints / May 8

Stephen A. Smith’s wild excuse for promoting fake Shai Gilgeous-Alexander post

On ESPN’s “First Take” yesterday, Stephen A. Smith said Oklahoma City Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander tweeted an image of the now infamous trade between OKC and Los Angeles Clippers in which SGA, an NBA MVP finalist, and a whole lot more were traded by the Clippers in exchange for Paul George.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / ClutchPoints / May 8

Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander surprised by MVP announcement detail after win vs. Mavericks

The Oklahoma City Thunder are coming off a huge 117-95 victory in Game 1 of their second-round matchup against the Dallas Mavericks in the 2024 NBA playoffs.

NBA News / FirstSportz / May 8

Watch: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander kicks Derrick Jones Jr. in the crotch and gets a technical foul instantly for it

For Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, the playoffs are a real test for what he brings to the table. Therefore, he will bring his A-game to the table, especially when considering that he and his Oklahoma City Thunder are to go up against a formidable opponent in the Dallas Mavericks.

NBA News / Yardbarker / May 8

Three stars from Tuesday’s NBA playoff games

The top seeds in each conference showed why they are the top seeds in Game 1 of their second-round series. The Celtics crushed the Cavs while the Thunder’s top two trumped Dallas’ dynamic duo. Here are three stars from Tuesday’s NBA second-round action.

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Oklahoma City Thunder News / ClutchPoints / May 8

Thunder’s Jalen Williams inadvertently exposes 1 Shai Gilgeous-Alexander weakness

Oklahoma City Thunder superstar Shai Gilgeous-Alexander doesn’t have many weaknesses. The two-time All-Star has averaged over 30 points per game in two consecutive seasons and led the Thunder to the Western Conference’s first seed this year.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Field Level Media / May 8

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Thunder overpower Mavs in opener

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander produced 29 points, nine rebounds and nine assists to lead the Oklahoma City Thunder to a 117-95 win over the visiting Dallas Mavericks in Game 1 of their Western Conference semifinal series on Tuesday.

NBA News / 5 GOATs / May 7

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander sports full yellow-brown leather fit ahead of Game 1 vs. the Dallas Mavericks

No matter what the exact color of the leather is, Oklahoma City Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was covered in it before Game 1 of the Western Conference semifinals against the Dallas Mavericks.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / FanNation Inside The Thunder / May 7

Josh Giddey Lays Out Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's MVP Case

On Wednesday night, the NBA will announce the winner of the Most Valuable Player Award. The long-awaited announcement will sure to stir up some controversy no matter which way the voters lead.

NBA News / Yardbarker / May 7