Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is ABSOLUTELY Winning MVP | OKC's Dominant Run | Cooper Flagg Not ROY?!
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The Locked On NBA Daily podcast dives into the dominant season of the Oklahoma City Thunder and the growing consensus that Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is the clear MVP frontrunner, based on ESPN's straw poll showing 88 of 100 first-place votes. The hosts debate whether Victor Wembanyama could still overtake SGA if the Spurs surpass the Thunder in the standings, but agree that the gap in minutes and overall team success makes it unlikely. They also explore the Thunder's historic three-year run, comparing it to legendary dynasties like the 1990s Bulls and 2010s Warriors, noting their 186 wins and elite net rating, though acknowledging they haven't yet matched the multiple titles of those teams. The conversation shifts to Rookie of the Year, where the hosts passionately argue that Cooper Flagg is being overlooked despite his impressive counting stats, while Cade Cunningham’s elite efficiency, clutch play, and impact on a winning Hornets team make him the rightful winner. They emphasize that ROY should honor the best player in the season, not just the most promising future star.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is the overwhelming favorite for MVP based on ESPN's straw poll and sustained elite performance.
The Thunder's three-year run (186+ wins, multiple finals appearances) ranks among the most dominant in NBA history, though not yet on par with multiple-championship dynasties.
Cade Cunningham’s efficiency, clutch play, and impact on a winning team make him the deserving Rookie of the Year over Cooper Flagg.
Cooper Flagg’s case is strong in counting stats, but his team’s lack of competitiveness and role limitations hurt his ROY chances.
The NBA landscape is increasingly polarized, with a small group of elite teams dominating and a large gap between them and the bottom teams.
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MVP Race: SGA's Dominant Lead
“It's not like it's a situation where I think anybody's being robbed if SGA wins the MVP again.”
Could Wembanyama Still Overcome?
“If the Spurs overtook them, he kept it up. He'd also have to stay healthy, which is also a question there.”
Thunder’s Historic Three-Year Run
“The Thunder win by more. Yeah, their net rating is insane.”
“Rookies aren't supposed to shoot this well. Like they're just not supposed to shoot this well.”
“It's not about that. And I'm actually happy that this is going to go the way because for too often, it feels like the rookie year vote goes to the player that they think is going to be having a better career overall.”
“It's not like it's a situation where I think anybody's being robbed if SGA wins the MVP again.”
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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander
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Oklahoma City Thunder
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Victor Wembanyama
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Cade Cunningham
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Cooper Flagg
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San Antonio Spurs
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Luka Doncic
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Locked On Podcast Network
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ESPN
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