SGA’s rise to the top of the NBA has been nothing short of extraordinary. From a quiet start to becoming an NBA champion and one of the league’s most dominant and respected stars, Shai’s journey reflects relentless work, confidence, and leadership. In this SI exclusive, the Oklahoma City Thunder superstar opens up about his mindset, his evolution as a player, his family, and what it means to be named Sports Illustrated’s Sportsperson of the Year. This is the story of how Shai Gilgeous-Alexander became the face of a new era in the NBA.