The Oklahoma City Thunder have locked in their franchise cornerstone for the long haul. According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, NBA MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has agreed to a four-year, $285 million supermax contract extension, keeping him in OKC through the 2030-31 NBA season.
This historic deal not only solidifies the Thunder’s dominance going forward but also makes Gilgeous-Alexander the highest-paid player in NBA history on an annual basis. With an average of over $71 million per season, it sets a new benchmark for superstar compensation across the league.
The 2024-25 season proved to be a crowning achievement for Gilgeous-Alexander. He averaged 32.7 points, 5 rebounds, 6.4 assists, and 1.7 steals per game, leading the Thunder to their first NBA championship since moving to Oklahoma City. His elite two-way play, unmatched consistency, and leadership throughout the year earned him both the NBA Most Valuable Player (MVP) and Finals MVP awards — a feat not achieved by any player in over a decade.
The extension comes as no surprise. Gilgeous-Alexander has evolved into one of the league’s most dynamic guards, blending smooth scoring ability with lockdown defense and a quiet but commanding leadership style. He’s become the engine of OKC’s rise from a rebuilding team to an NBA powerhouse.
With this deal, the Thunder are not just investing in talent — they’re investing in legacy. After building through the draft and patient development, the franchise now has its superstar under contract through the end of the decade.
As the league watches this new Thunder era unfold, one thing is certain: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander isn’t going anywhere — and neither is Oklahoma City’s title window.
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