Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s incredible year continues. After winning MVP, the scoring title, an NBA championship, Finals MVP, signing a $285 million supermax extension, and launching his first signature shoe, SGA will now grace the cover of NBA 2K26, per Shams Charania at ESPN.
SGA signs record-breaking $285 million supermax extension with NBA champion Thunder
Since its debut in 1999, NBA 2K has become a staple of basketball culture, with its annual cover spot regarded as a major honor. Gilgeous-Alexander joins a legendary list of past cover athletes that includes Allen Iverson, Shaquille O’Neal, Kobe Bryant, and Michael Jordan.
2K did not officially confirm the report, but did hint that an official announcement could be made soon.
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