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Gilgeous-Alexander scores 27 as the Thunder roll past Grizzlies 118-99 to take 2-0 series lead • Apr. 22, 2025, 11:07 PM ET (AP)
Gilgeous-Alexander, Jokic and Antetokounmpo are NBA MVP finalists; Jokic, Daniels up for 2 awards • Apr. 20, 2025, 6:59 PM ET (AP)
Gilgeous-Alexander, No. 1 seed Thunder look to take another step against Grizzlies • Apr. 19, 2025, 5:02 PM ET (AP)
The NBA playoffs will, once again, be an international showcase of stars • Apr. 16, 2025, 12:09 AM ET (AP)

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Also Known As Shaivonte Aician Gilgeous-Alexander • SGA
Born July 12, 1998 (age 26) • Toronto • Canada

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