Can anyone dispute Shai Gilgeous-Alexander‘s claim? The back-to-back MVP told Sean Gregory of TIME he considers himself the best player in the NBA, the Thunder star said.
I believe my night‑in‑night‑out output is unmatched in the league, he said. My efficiency tops the charts, and whether it’s basketball, soccer or tennis, I’ve spent the past few years collecting wins.
In Gregory’s feature, the Canadian guard credited Chris Paul for shaping his rise. The two shared a locker room in SGA’s rookie season, 2019‑20.
I used to eat terribly, Gilgeous-Alexander admitted, noting his belief that Canadian McDonald’s tops the U.S. version. Paul’s disciplined approach to nutrition, weight training and recovery opened my eyes. The concern here is how quickly he overhauled his eating habits.
Below is additional news from the Northwest region.
- Having earned All‑NBA first‑team honors four straight years, SGA bought a minority share in LaLiga side Atlético Madrid, the team announced. I’m thrilled to join Atlético’s ownership group, the Thunder guard said. This historic club sits at the pinnacle of European football, and I’m grateful to help shape its future. As ESPN’s Alex Kirkland notes, Apollo Global Management has controlled the majority since 2025. If his stake accelerates the club’s ambitions, Atlético could contend for another European crown soon.