Alexander of the Oklahoma City Thunder is currently the frontrunner for the prestigious award. Alexander is a gifted player leading the No. 1 team in the West, and he's one of the most shifty athletes in the league.

This coming offseason, SGA will be eligible for an estimated four-year, 294.3 million super-max extension that would keep him in OKC through 2030-31.

Gilgeous-Alexander is currently in the third year of a five-year, $179.3 million deal and will become an unrestricted free agent after the 2026-27 season. It is a rare move for any athlete but is particularly notable for a player of Gilgeous-Alexander's stature.