Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s 10 best fashion moments on the NBA runway, here's who fuelled his love for style

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is not just an enigma on the court, but offside too, there is hardly anyone more stylish and fashionable than him. The Oklahoma City Thunder star and the new MVP treats the tunnel walk as his runway and makes headlines for his fashion choices for the evening even before he hits the court. Before he goes to dominate the NBA Finals, here’s what makes him stand apart from his competitors when it comes to killing it with style and looks.Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had once said, “I don’t do the IG LIVES, I’m just really live in real life,” while sharing a bunch of his photos from his stunning tunnel walk. The Oklahoma City Thunder point guard is known for being experimental with his outfits, which can range from subtle to flashy in one go. With colour-coordinated outfits paired with accessories and shades to go with them, each and every look of the basketball star seems to be a carefully chosen one. Needless to say, he has played a big role in inspiring streetwear fashion among the NBA fans.Listing three tips for deciding on a great tunnel outfit, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had said, “Comfort, experiment and always have on a great pair of shoes.”Alexander had revealed in an interview with GQ.com last year about how his mom is the one to fuel his interest in fashion. He told the magazine in an interview, “It started with my mum when I was a kid. She would always make sure my brother and I had the newest pair of shoes and clothes. So, I credit my mum with my love for fashion.”On being asked about what inspires his fashion choices, he said, “I usually find inspiration in a variety of sources. Fashion knows no limits or boundaries, so everyday interactions or daily activities can spark creativity. I draw some inspiration from early 2000s streetwear as well.”Also Read: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander gifts Rolex watches to Oklahoma City Thunder teammates; Giannis Antetokounmpo reacts in disbelief to his MVP winOn the court, Alexander averaged 30.2 points, 6.7 assists and 5.6 rebounds in 17 games in the 2025 playoffs. And the new MVP has a few more games left in the NBA Finals to give his everything to win the championship.