
#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"
Grade Shai Gilgeous-Alexander
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On the field, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander grades out as an excellent PG for Oklahoma City Thunder (A+ Impact). That places him 2nd of 93 graded point guards. In his on-court role, the grade is excellent (A+ Role), reflecting how he produces relative to others at his position. The money matches the play — the Contract Value Index lands at A, a clear bargain. The public read is very positive (A+ Sentiment), drawn from current news and social signal rather than the box score.
| Year | Team | GP | PPG | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | FG% | 3PT% | FT% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career | ![]() | 530 | 31.1 | 4.3 | 6.6 | 1.4 | 0.8 | 55.3% | 36.0% | 86.4% |
| 2025-26 | ![]() | 68 | 31.1 | 4.3 | 6.6 | 1.4 | 0.8 | 55.3% | 38.6% | 87.9% |
| 2024-25 | ![]() | 76 | 32.7 | 5.0 | 6.4 | 1.7 | 1.0 | 51.9% | 37.5% | 89.8% |
| 2023-24 | ![]() | 75 | 30.1 | 5.5 | 6.2 | 2.0 | 0.9 | 53.5% | 35.3% | 87.4% |
| 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 | ![]() | 70 | 19.0 | 5.9 | 3.3 | 1.1 | 0.7 | 47.1% | 34.7% | 80.7% |
| 2018-19 | ![]() | 82 | 10.8 | 2.8 | 3.3 | 1.2 | 0.5 | 47.6% | 36.7% | 80.0% |
| Season | Team | GP | PTS | REB | AST | FG% | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 | ![]() | 68 | 31.1 | 4.3 | 6.6 | 55.3% | A+ A+ |
| 2024-25 | ![]() | 76 | 32.7 | 5.0 | 6.4 | 51.9% | A+ A+ |
| 2023-24 | ![]() | 75 | 30.1 | 5.5 | 6.2 | 53.5% | A A |
| 2022-23 | ![]() | 68 | 31.4 | 4.8 | 5.5 | 51.0% | A A |
| 2021-22 | ![]() | 56 | 24.5 | 5.0 | 5.9 | 45.3% | B+ B+ |
| 2020-21 | ![]() | 35 | 23.7 | 4.7 | 5.9 | 50.8% | B+ B+ |
| 2019-20 | ![]() | 70 | 19.0 | 5.9 | 3.3 | 47.1% | B- B- |
| 2018-19 | ![]() | 82 | 10.8 | 2.8 | 3.3 | 47.6% | C C |
Grades reflect the player's performance in each season. Header grade shows the current season.
| Date | OPP | Result | MIN | PTS | REB | AST | STL | BLK | FG | 3PT | +/- |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun, 5/31 | vs SAS | L 103-111 | 43 | 35 | 4 | 9 | 3 | 1 | 12-21 | 2-5 | -7 |
| Fri, 5/29 | @ SAS | L 91-118 | 28 | 15 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 6-18 | 0-5 | -28 |
| Wed, 5/27 | vs SAS | W 127-114 | 37 | 32 | 2 | 9 | 2 | 1 | 7-19 | 2-3 | +8 |
| Mon, 5/25 | @ SAS | L 82-103 | 31 | 19 | 4 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 6-15 | 0-1 | -18 |
| Sat, 5/23 | @ SAS | W 123-108 | 36 | 26 | 2 | 12 | 0 | 1 | 6-17 | 2-4 | +11 |
| Thu, 5/21 | vs SAS | W 122-113 | 38 | 30 | 4 | 9 | 1 | 2 | 12-24 | 0-3 | +14 |
| Tue, 5/19 | vs SAS | L 115-122 | 51 | 24 | 3 | 12 | 5 | 1 | 7-23 | 2-7 | -15 |
| Tue, 5/12 | @ LAL | W 115-110 | 39 | 35 | 1 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 11-22 | 1-4 | -7 |
| Sun, 5/10 | @ LAL | W 131-108 | 33 | 23 | 4 | 9 | 1 | 2 | 7-20 | 3-7 | +24 |
| Fri, 5/8 | vs LAL | W 125-107 | 28 | 22 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 7-13 | 1-3 | +5 |
Length
2 years
Total Value
$79.1M
Guaranteed
$79.1M
AAV
$38.3M/yr
The A Contract Value Index on Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's deal stems from how production lines up against the cap hit. At $38.3M AAV on a two-year deal, he's operating as a franchise cornerstone on a structure that reflects his established-veteran status and proven MVP-caliber performance — not a bargain, but a fair market reset for a player entering his prime championship window. His 2025-26 numbers (31.1 PPG, 6.6 APG across 68 games) validate the investment at both ends: elite scoring efficiency and playmaking that anchor Oklahoma City's top-seeded roster. For an established veteran at 27 years old commanding consensus league-wide recognition as an MVP favorite and Finals MVP, this AAV sits within expected range for his tier — neither underpaid nor overleveraged. The CVI upgrade from B- to A over the last month reflects not a change in contract structure, but rather his sustained dominance in the playoffs and the media's crystallized view of him as a generational talent leading a legitimate championship pursuit. With only two years of commitment remaining, there's minimal salary risk, and his current trajectory suggests he'll continue delivering A+ performances that justify the investment through the term.
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 31.1 points, 4.3 rebounds, and 6.6 assists through 530 games — carrying a significant offensive load. Shai's strongest area is PPG at 31.1, which compares favorably to the point guard median of 15.0. The biggest area for growth is RPG at 4.3 (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.
Other same-position deals the Contract Value Index also places in the A band — a quick read on where Shai's contract sits relative to comparable money.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander ranks 2nd of 93 graded point guards by performance. That slots Shai between Luka Doncic (A+) just ahead and Tyrese Maxey (A+) just behind.
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