Early Season
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander reflects on Thunder's imperfect title path
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The Oklahoma City Thunder are off to a 9-1 start in the 2025-26 NBA season, dominating without signs of a championship hangover. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, last year's MVP and Finals MVP, expressed dissatisfaction with how the team won the title, fueling their strong early performance. After a 132-101 victory over the Sacramento Kings, he emphasized the need for greater focus in the postseason.
Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham has climbed into the top five of the latest Kia MVP Ladder, fueled by his strong performances and the team's 11-game win streak. The rankings highlight Nikola Jokić holding the top spot amid impressive triple-doubles. Other notable shifts include Luka Dončić rising to third with the Los Angeles Lakers.
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The 2025-26 NBA season is just a few weeks in, but the rookie class has already shown promise and pitfalls. No. 1 pick Cooper Flagg is struggling with the Dallas Mavericks, averaging 14.4 points on 39.4% shooting, while VJ Edgecombe leads Philadelphia with strong playmaking and defense. Other rookies like Dylan Harper face setbacks due to injury.