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Jalen Williams inks $287M max deal: Thunder lock In their Big 3 for the long haul

The Oklahoma City Thunder aren't waiting around to defend their title - they're doubling down on their future. Just days after signing Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Chet Holmgren to major extensions, the team has reached an agreement with forward Jalen Williams on a five-year rookie max deal that could reach $287 million, agents Bill Duffy and Justin Haynes told ESPN.At just 24, Williams is now officially locked in alongside Gilgeous-Alexander (26) and Holmgren (23), giving the Thunder one of the most dynamic young cores in the league - and all three are signed through the end of the decade.The timing couldn't be better. Fresh off winning the franchise's first NBA championship, OKC is wasting no time making sure the same roster that shocked the league stays intact. The three extensions total a jaw-dropping $822 million - a figure that would've been […]

SPORTIVO July 10, 2025

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What are the biggest contracts in American sports? Shai Gilgeous-Alexander makes his mark

American sports have entered a new financial era, where top-tier athletes are signing contracts worth hundreds of millions of dollars. Fueled by booming TV rights, streaming revenue, and international expansion, leagues like the NBA, NFL, MLB, and NHL are dishing out record-breaking deals.Shai helps his teammate outside the court by giving him a parent adviceThe most recent and notable contract belongs to Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, who has now positioned himself at the top of NBA earnings with a groundbreaking new deal.Gilgeous-Alexander sets new NBA standardFresh off leading the Thunder to an NBA title and winning both the MVP and Finals MVP awards, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander signed a four-year, $285 million supermax extension. The deal averages a staggering $71.35 million per year, making it the highest annual salary in NBA history. The contract begins in the 2027-28 season and […]

SPORTIVO July 2, 2025

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Lebron James - English

Stephen A. Smith’s Strong Words for the NBA Champions

Oklahoma City Thunder wrote a new chapter in NBA history by winning the championship on their home court. Led by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, the Thunder clinched the title in front of a packed Paycom Center, defeating the Indiana Pacers 103-91 in Game 7 of the Finals.The Thunder's season was nothing short of remarkable, racking up 68 wins in the regular season and knocking out powerhouses like the Denver Nuggets and New York Knicks in the playoffs. But success doesn't always silence critics. ESPN's First Take host, Stephen A. Smith, made it clear he wasn't entirely impressed with Oklahoma City's performance.Stephen A. Smith's Take on the ChampionsDuring his show, Stephen A. Smith weighed in on Oklahoma City's Thunder championship season, delivering his trademark blunt analysis. Despite their success, Smith argued that this Thunder squad doesn't deserve to be mentioned among the greatest […]

SPORTIVO June 24, 2025

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Indiana Pacers - English

The image that defined the NBA Finals: SGA & Haliburton’s heartbreaking scene

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's legendary performance secured the Thunder's first-ever NBA championship in Oklahoma City, ending a 46-year title drought dating back to their 1979 Seattle SuperSonics era and cementing his legacy as the architect of OKC's ascendance.The Thunder's triumph unfolded against a backdrop of anguish, as Pacers superstar Tyrese Haliburton collapsed with a torn Achilles after sinking three consecutive Finals triples - abruptly ending a historic playoff run where he'd cemented himself among the league's elite playmakers.Amid the chaos, Gilgeous-Alexander's immediate gesture toward the injured Haliburton - kneeling beside him amid the roar of the arena - went viral, drawing praise from LeBron James, Steph Curry, and fans worldwide for embodying sportsmanship in victory.Haliburton's injury tragically halted what NBA analysts called "the greatest individual playoff surge since 2018 LeBron," having averaged 29.7 points and 12.1 assists throughout the Pacers' Cinderella run […]

SPORTIVO June 23, 2025

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Indiana Pacers - English

Who won the NBA Finals MVP award in 2025 and how much will he receive?

On June 22, 2025, the Oklahoma City Thunder claimed their first NBA championship since relocating, defeating the Indiana Pacers in a thrilling Game 7. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was named Finals MVP right after the final buzzer, adding a crowning achievement to an already spectacular season.Gilgeous-Alexander's dominance wasn't just during the regular season; he elevated his game in the Finals. Averaging over 30 points per game and delivering clutch performances when it mattered most, he was the clear choice for the Bill Russell Trophy-Finals MVP.Tyrese Haliburton forced to leave game 7 after he went down with apparent injurySeason MVP Triple Crown?The Finals MVP joins Gilgeous-Alexander's regular-season MVP, won in May, marking him as the first player since LeBron James in 2013 to secure both in the same year He becomes just the second Canadian MVP after Steve Nash, and now stands among legends who have […]

SPORTIVO June 23, 2025

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Indiana Pacers - English

The other NBA Finals MVP: The 75-year-old security guard who won the heart of Kobe, Curry, Shai…

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Tyrese Haliburton, Jalen Williams, Pascal Siakam... everyone knows who the stars are in the seventh and final game of the NBA Finals that will be played between the Thunder and the Pacers to decide the champion. But in Oklahoma there is another character, Marvin Mack, who in his own way, always away from the spotlight, has become a star in the shadows.Indiana Pascal Siakam sparks concern with wild expressions before Game 6Many will not be familiar with his name, not even his nickname, 'Coach Mack'. He is the Thunder's security guard, who has been keeping order and peace for 22 seasons in the locker room area of the Paycom Center (then called the Ford Center), and in all that time he has won the hearts of all the players and coaches who have passed through Oklahoma and also of […]

SPORTIVO June 22, 2025

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Indiana Pacers - English

Pacers and Thunder meet in the NBAs 20th Game 7 with history predicting a nail biter and finals MVP joining elite historic list

It's the moment NBA fans live for-unless, of course, your team's on the court and you're totally nervous. Game 7 of the NBA Finals is finally here! This time, it's the Indiana Pacers going head-to-head with the Oklahoma City Thunder at the Paycom Center in Oklahoma City. After six games of pure madness, there has been incredible parity throughout the series, with both teams staging comebacks of at least 15 points to win a game, including Tyrese Haliburton's game-winning shot in Game 1 and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's 15-point fourth quarter to win Game 4.This is the second time that both teams have played in the NBA Finals, and a win in Game 7 would mean their first NBA title for both franchises. The Thunder lost the Finals in 2012, but the franchise won a title back in Seattle in 1979. However, […]

SPORTIVO June 21, 2025

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Indiana Pacers - English

Thunder and Pacers face do or die Game 5 in the NBA Finals as Pacers aim to protect two month streak without back to back losses

The NBA is entering its final week of the season with the series tied 2-2, and it's heading back to Oklahoma. Now, it's a best-of-three series, and Game 5 is huge. History shows that winning this game gives a team a 74.2% chance of becoming champion in a tied 2-2 Finals series. The last two teams to pull off this win were the 2022 Warriors, who won Game 5 at home and finished the series in Boston in Game 6, and the 2021 Bucks, who won Game 5 on the road and sealed the deal at home in both finals their star players Stephen Curry (34 points) for the Warriors and Giannis Antetokounmpo (50 points) for the Bucks showing up.Neither Pacers and Thunder have won two games in a row, and they've both had similar records at home and on […]

SPORTIVO June 16, 2025

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Indiana Pacers - English

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander embraces star status and gets mobbed fans before Thunder vs. Pacers NBA Finals Game 3

Oklahoma City Thunder point guard and reigning MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander continues to capture hearts even on enemy turf. Ahead of Game 3 of the NBA Finals in Indianapolis, Shai was spotted surrounded by Thunder fans seeking autographs outside his hotel - proof that his appeal transcends team loyalties.Watch the video below as fans mobbed the 26-year-old!Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's Autograph Madness in Indy Before NBA Finals Game 3Nacho GarciaHis presence is a testament to his rising stature, even as Oklahoma City trails 2-1 following their 116-107 loss to the Pacers in Game 3.Before every playoff game, Shai makes it a point to connect with fans - regardless of location. According to a local report: "Thunder superstar, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, spends time before each game signing autographs for excited fans at both home and away games."He once noted, "I used to be a kid and wanted […]

SPORTIVO June 12, 2025

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Chicago Bulls - English

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander joins Michael Jordan in NBA history books as Thunder blow away Pacers in Game 2

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has etched his name alongside one of basketball's greatest icons after an impressive showing in Game 2 of the Oklahoma City Thunder's playoff series against the Indiana Pacers.His performance not only helped propel the Thunder but also placed him in elite company with Michael Jordan, marking a historic milestone in NBA postseason history.Shai takes time for Thunder fans before Game 1 of the NBA FinalsIn Game 2, Gilgeous-Alexander delivered a masterful display of scoring, playmaking, and leadership that electrified fans and analysts alike. His ability to rise to the occasion on the big stage solidifies his status as one of the league's brightest young talents.Matching greatness: A historic milestoneBy reaching this particular milestone, Gilgeous-Alexander joined Michael Jordan as the only players in NBA history to record a certain statistical achievement through their first two playoff games. The feat […]

SPORTIVO June 9, 2025

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