Overview
- Gilgeous-Alexander became the fourth player in NBA history to win the scoring title, MVP, championship and Finals MVP in a single season.
- Four Canadians—Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Luguentz Dort, Andrew Nembhard and Bennedict Mathurin—played key roles in the NBA Finals.
- Canada Basketball president Michael Bartlett said the collective experience of these players will benefit national programs and deepen talent development.
- General manager Rowan Barrett noted that Gilgeous-Alexander’s high-pressure playoff exposure will strengthen Canada’s senior men’s team in international competitions.
- Sport management experts compare this moment to past Canadian basketball milestones and predict a surge in youth engagement across the country.