Oklahoma City Thunder big man Chet Holmgren said Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s MVP win "means a lot for my wrist," referencing the Rolex watch SGA gifted each of his teammates to celebrate the achievement.
Oklahoma City Thunder superstar Shai Gilgeous-Alexander received the NBA MVP award ahead of a dominant 118-103 Game 2 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves in the Western Conference Finals.
Chet Holmgren
| Team: |
Oklahoma City Thunder |
| Position: | C, PF |
| Age: | 23 |
| Height: | 213 cm |
| Weight: | 88 kg |
| Birth place: | Minnesota, United States of America |
After the game, OKC forward Chet Holmgren was asked what it meant to see SGA finally claim the league's top individual honor, joking that it meant a lot—though for reasons you might not expect.
"It means a lot for my wrist," Holmgren joked, flashing a brand new Rolex gifted to him by Gilgeous-Alexander.
To celebrate his MVP win, SGA surprised all of his teammates with Rolex watches, a gesture that was met with excitement and gratitude throughout the locker room.
While the MVP award marks a major individual milestone, the Thunder have their eyes on an even bigger prize. They now lead the series 2-0 and look every bit like legitimate championship contenders as they move closer to a potential NBA Finals appearance.
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