Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has solidified his position as the frontrunner for the MVP award, according to ESPN's latest straw poll, which gathered votes from 100 media members. As the Oklahoma City Thunder continue their winning streak, Gilgeous-Alexander secured 931 voting points, including 77 first-place votes. In contrast, Nikola Jokic of the Denver Nuggets sits in second with 769 points and only 23 first-place votes due to injury setbacks for both him and his team.

In the tight MVP race, Gilgeous-Alexander's dominance as the best player on the best team has become undeniable. His impressive scoring campaign has made a compelling case for the prestigious award, and with the betting odds shifting in his favor, he appears poised for a historic achievement. This season's competition has seen a significant gap between the top two contenders, making Gilgeous-Alexander the clear favorite as the season approaches its conclusion.