A crucial stretch is ahead in the NBA MVP race, as Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s odds have come down a bit due to his recent abdominal strain.  That has opened the

How Spurs guard Stephon Castle addressed defending Thunder's Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Lakers' Luka Doncic.

OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander will be out of action until after the All-Star break due to an abdominal strain, the team announced Wednesday. The reigning MVP suffered the injury during Oklahoma City's 128-92 win over the Orlando Magic on Tuesday night.

It'll take a group effort for the NBA-leading Oklahoma City Thunder to stay afloat while Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is out due to an abdominal strain.

Q: What’s the story behind the Nobu reference with Tristan Thompson? SGA: Tristan had just come off winning a championship that summer and met the team in Manila. He took all the guys out to Nobu and that was my first time having Nobu. So yeah, I had to return the favor — I still haven’t though.

Thunder All-Star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander reacts to Nuggets guard Jamal Murray earning his first All-Star selection.

Oklahoma City Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has captured hearts, but this time, it’s not for a buzzer-beater or no-look pass. A new video featuring the NBA Finals MVP with his wife, Hailey Summers, and their son, Ares, is making waves online.

Oklahoma City looks ahead to the stretch run with questions surrounding Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Jalen Williams and the Western Conference race.