Why OKC Thunder's Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is No. 1 in 2026-27 NBA PG rankings

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander of the OKC Thunder, a reigning two-time MVP, tops a ranking of the top 10 NBA point guards heading into the 2026-27 season. The rankings factor in individual success, injury concerns, player trajectory, and contributions to winning, with notable names like Jalen Brunson, Stephen Curry, James Harden, and Kyrie Irving also in the mix. Kyrie Irving, Trae Young, and Ja Morant narrowly missed the top 10 due to significant injury-related absences last season.