If Shai Gilgeous-Alexander means what he says, the NBA won’t have much choice but to reinsert itself in cities like Cleveland and Oklahoma City.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is 26 years old, in the MVP conversation (again) and playing for a tight-knit team that has a chance to win a championship. His two most talented teammates, Chet Holmgren and Jalen Williams,

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault credited Cavs’ Jarrett Allen for his dominating performance leading Donovan Mitchell and the team in Wednesday’s loss. Following one of the more entertaining games between two small-market teams, a reporter asked Gilgeous-Alexander about its significance.

NBA superstar Shai Gilgeous-Alexander wants to retire with the Oklahoma City Thunder.  Gilgeous-Alexander, 26, is in his sixth season with the Thunder, who have the best record in the Western Conference at 30-6.

Following a big win against the Celtics, SGA and the Thunder are now 30-5 this season. They've won a franchise-record 15 consecutive games.

The build-up for Wednesday night's matchup between the Oklahoma City Thunder and Cleveland Cavaliers was huge. The game did not disappoint and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had plenty to say afterwards.

The NBA writer responsible for the MVP Ladder recently commented on why Shai Gilgeous-Alexander of the Oklahoma City Thunder is not at the top of his list.

I can't see a world where I'm not in Oklahoma City," Gilgeous-Alexander said. "Market, no market. I don't care. I'm comfortable where I am. I love where I