ESPN analyst says SGA has ‘Hall of Fame’ resume with NBA title

Originally posted on Ball Exclusives
By Stephen M. Smith | Last updated Jun 19, 2025 3:30 PM ET

He is not even in his prime yet, but Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is knocking on a Hall of Fame resume.

It has been an insanely impressive season for Alexander that’s included numerous 30-point performances, guiding his team to the best record in the National Basketball Association, and advancing to the NBA Finals. SGA was masterful in Western Conference Finals, scoring 30+points for Oklahoma City in all but one game against Minnesota.

He’s averaged 32.4 points per contest versus Indiana in the Finals — including back-to-back 30+ point outings in games four and five. Alexander recorded a double-double of 31 points and 10 assists in Monday’s Game 5 win over the Pacers.

The 26-year-old has several incredible marks on his resume, but one more honor will put in the Hall of Fame category early in his professional career.

ESPN’s Brian Windhorst said Alexander has a ‘Hall of Fame’ resume if he wins an NBA title and gets Finals MVP.

“If [Shai Gilgeous-Alexander] wins tonight and gets the MVP, he will have a Hall of Fame resume.”

—@WindhorstESPN on SGA in Game 6 of the NBA Finals pic.twitter.com/TagBSUuL7h

— Get Up (@GetUpESPN) June 19, 2025

SGA is a three-time All-Star, three-time All-NBA First Team selection, NBA scoring champion (2025), NBA Most Valuable Player, and Western Conference Finals MVP. A Larry O’Brien Trophy would put him in the room among the greats.

Game 6 of the NBA Finals is Thursday night from Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Ind.

This article first appeared on Ball Exclusives and was syndicated with permission.

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