He has also recorded the most games with 30, 40, and 50 points this season, showcasing his scoring prowess.

As of the All-Star break, both Gilgeous-Alexander's Oklahoma City Thunder and the Cleveland Cavaliers hold the best record in the NBA at 44-10.

The MVP race is heating up as Gilgeous-Alexander and Jokić are set to face each other in two critical matchups on March 9 and 10, 2025.

During NBA All-Star Weekend, Gilgeous-Alexander made headlines by launching his first signature shoe and delivering a memorable performance.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is currently leading the 2025 NBA MVP voting, according to ESPN's second straw poll of the season conducted on February 14, 2025.

In a notable increase from previous polls, Gilgeous-Alexander amassed a total of 910 points, including 70 first-place votes, surpassing Nikola Jokić, who collected 788 points.

Gilgeous-Alexander's impressive season statistics include an average of 32.5 points per game, making him the leading scorer in the NBA.

An Athletic player poll conducted at All-Star Weekend included Gilgeous-Alexander in discussions about potential future faces of the league.

In that same poll, Victor Wembanyama emerged as the leading candidate with six votes, while Gilgeous-Alexander received one.

As the 2024-2025 season progresses, Gilgeous-Alexander is not only a leading MVP candidate but also a potential future face of the NBA.

Jokić, who previously led the polls, had 827 points in the first poll released on December 20, 2024, indicating a shift in momentum.

Giannis Antetokounmpo ranked third in the straw poll with 430 points, followed by Jayson Tatum with 299 points.