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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander claims he's the best player in the NBA

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Last updated Oct 8, 2026

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander claims he's the best player in the NBA
Summary

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, speaking on October 8, 2026, asserted his status as the best player in the NBA. He highlighted his achievements, including breaking Wilt Chamberlain’s record for consecutive games scoring at least 20 points, indicating that he has consistently performed at a high level. Gilgeous-Alexander emphasized his winning contributions over recent years and critiqued the idea that his success was unforeseen. Thunder coach Mark Daigneault supported this viewpoint, recalling Gilgeous-Alexander's development since joining the team in 2019. The Thunder continue to prepare for the upcoming season with high expectations for their star player.

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  • •Shai Gilgeous-Alexander claims he's the best player in the NBA.
  • •He broke Wilt Chamberlain's record for 126 consecutive games with 20+ points.
  • •Gilgeous-Alexander cites his contributions to winning as evidence.
  • •Thunder coach Mark Daigneault backs Gilgeous-Alexander's talent and vision.
  • •The Thunder are expected to perform well in the upcoming season.
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  • 3:23 PMYahoo Sports — Shai Gilgeous-Alexander says he's the best player in the NBA: 'I've done my fair share of winning in the past couple years'
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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander says he's the best player in the NBA: 'I've done my fair share of winning in the past couple years'

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