#2PG · Oklahoma City Thunder
Height
6'6"
Weight
195 lbs
Age
27
College
Kentucky
Experience
7 yrs
Wingspan
6'11.5"
Reach
8'8.0"
Hand Size
9" × 9"
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| Career |  | 521 | 31.5 | 4.5 | 6.6 | 1.4 | 0.8 | 55.5% | 36.0% | 86.5% |
| 2025-26 | | 60 | 31.5 | 4.5 | 6.6 | 1.4 | 0.8 | 55.5% | 38.8% | 88.8% |
| 2024-25 | | 23 | 29.9 | 5.3 | 6.5 | 1.7 | 0.9 | 46.2% | 28.3% | 87.6% |
| 2023-24 | | 10 | 30.2 | 7.2 | 6.4 | 1.3 | 1.7 | 49.6% | 43.2% | 79.0% |
| 2022-23 | | 68 | 31.4 | 4.8 | 5.5 | 1.6 | 1.0 | 51.0% | 34.5% | 90.5% |
| 2021-22 | | 56 | 24.5 | 5.0 | 5.9 | 1.3 | 0.8 | 45.3% | 30.0% | 81.0% |
| 2020-21 | | 35 | 23.7 | 4.7 | 5.9 | 0.8 | 0.7 | 50.8% | 41.8% | 80.8% |
| 2019-20 | | 7 | 16.3 | 5.3 | 4.1 | 1.0 | 0.4 | 43.3% | 40.0% | 95.7% |
| 2018-19 |  | 6 | 13.7 | 2.7 | 3.2 | 1.0 | 0.8 | 46.7% | 50.0% | 85.0% |
Length
2 years
Total Value
$79.1M
Guaranteed
$79.1M
AAV
$39.6M/yr
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's two-year, $39.6M AAV extension earns a C- CVI, reflecting the challenging economics of paying elite talent on a shortened timeline. While SGA has established himself as a franchise-caliber cornerstone who can anchor Oklahoma City's championship aspirations, the abbreviated deal structure creates significant complications for roster construction and long-term planning. At $39.6M annually, he's consuming roughly 30% of the salary cap without providing the Thunder the cost certainty that typically comes with max extensions, forcing the front office into potentially difficult decisions as early as 2026. The contract's brevity also limits Oklahoma City's ability to make aggressive win-now moves, knowing their best player could potentially walk in just two seasons. Though SGA's elite two-way production justifies max money in a vacuum, this deal favors player optionality over team-building flexibility at a crucial juncture in the Thunder's development window. Oklahoma City essentially paid premium prices for a rental agreement when they needed a foundational commitment.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is playing at an elite level this season, earning an A+ Performance grade. Among NBA point guards, he's producing at an All-Star or All-NBA caliber. He's averaging 31.5 points, 4.5 rebounds, and 6.6 assists through 521 games — carrying a significant offensive load. Shai's strongest area is PPG at 31.5, which compares favorably to the point guard median of 15.0. The biggest area for growth is RPG at 4.5 (point guard median: 5.0). Among 93 NBA point guards graded this season, Shai ranks 2nd. Shai is a cornerstone of the Oklahoma City Thunder's roster and is performing at a level that warrants his place among the league's best.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander commands elite MVP-caliber perception with A+ performance anchoring Thunder's success. Media consistently ranks him among league's top contenders despite Dončić and Wembanyama competition. His exceptional PER and consistency generate overwhelmingly positive coverage from analysts and fans alike. No significant off-court issues or trade speculation diminish his franchise cornerstone standing whatsoever. Clear consensus positions him as generational talent leading Oklahoma City's championship window.
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