Alexander, Denver Nuggets All-Star Nikola Jokic, and Milwaukee Bucks All-Star Giannis Antetokounmpo were all named MVP finalists by the NBA. After the association’s highly anticipated MVP race between Thunder’s Gilgeous-Alexander and Nuggets’ Jokic,

Despite that, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander doesn't care about their perception across the league. Instead, the Thunder are focused on tangible results like wins and buckets. It's the right mindset to have as OKC enters the playoffs with a target on its back.