Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Leads Oklahoma City Thunder to NBA Championship Victory

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has cemented his name in NBA history after leading the Oklahoma City Thunder to their first championship title since 1979, defeating the Indiana Pacers in a thrilling Game 6 of the NBA Finals.

The 26-year-old All-Star delivered a masterclass performance, scoring 32 points, grabbing 8 rebounds, and dishing out 7 assists as the Thunder closed out the series 4-2. His composure, elite shot-making, and leadership earned him the NBA Finals MVP honors.

“We’ve worked for this moment,” Gilgeous-Alexander said post-game. “We believed when no one else did, and now the trophy is coming home.”

The Thunder’s young core—anchored by Chet Holmgren, Jalen Williams, and Josh Giddey—played a pivotal role throughout the playoffs, signaling the arrival of a new Western Conference powerhouse.

Fans across Oklahoma erupted into celebration as the final buzzer sounded, marking a triumphant end to a Cinderella postseason run that defied expectations.

The victory is also a major milestone for Head Coach Mark Daigneault, who has guided the team from a rebuilding phase to a championship in just four seasons.

The Thunder’s championship marks a dramatic shift in the league’s balance of power and could usher in a new era of dominance led by Gilgeous-Alexander and Oklahoma City’s rising stars.