Oklahoma City Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander says he believes he is the best player in the NBA, speaking in advance of the 2026–27 season. Multiple outlets report that he makes the claim directly when asked about his standing in the league.
The coverage points to how Gilgeous-Alexander frames that belief. One account links it to his accomplishments, including two MVP awards, an NBA championship, and a record-setting scoring streak. Other reporting adds that he addresses criticism about certain aspects of his game, such as free throws, and also discusses accountability related to Oklahoma City’s Game 7 loss to San Antonio. While the outlets differ in emphasis—some focusing on his confidence and others on specific achievements and responses—they present the same core story: Gilgeous-Alexander asserts that he is the league’s top player.
