OKC Extends MVP Gilgeous-Alexander With Record $285M Contract
OKC Extends MVP Gilgeous-Alexander With Record $285M Contract

OKC Extends MVP Gilgeous-Alexander With Record $285M Contract

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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has agreed to a historic four-year, $285 million supermax contract extension with the Oklahoma City Thunder, making him the highest-paid player in NBA history by annual salary. The 26-year-old guard, fresh off a stellar 2024-25 season where he won the MVP, Finals MVP, and scoring title, averaged 32.7 points per game in the regular season and 30.3 in the NBA Finals. Gilgeous-Alexander has been a central figure in the Thunder's rebuild since 2019, leading the team to a 68-win championship season. His new contract secures his presence in Oklahoma City through the 2030-31 season and underscores the franchise's commitment to maintaining its status as an NBA contender. This extension rewards his exceptional performance and loyalty while solidifying the Thunder's core for future success.

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