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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander explains why he calls himself the NBA's best player

Original: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander explains why he's 'the best player in the NBA'

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has publicly explained why he believes he is 'the best player in the NBA'. Coming off a championship-caliber season and an MVP-level run, the Canadian star made the case for his own standing atop the league, a claim fueling debate among fans and analysts over whether he now outranks Nikola Jokic, Luka Doncic and Giannis Antetokounmpo.

Why now: The Thunder star's bold self-assessment, backed by his recent MVP form, is sparking debate about who currently rules the NBA.

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