OKC Thunder superstar Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was named MVP of the league. As the announcement was made, Oklahoma City Mayor David Holt showed his appreciation for the player in a big way. Holt declared May 22, 2025, as Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Day in Oklahoma City.

Edwards, in a February 2024 conversation with ESPN's Stephen A. Smith, expressed his belief that he's a 'better player' than SGA and Luka Doncic.

Shai's father is a sibling of Nickeil's mother, and the two families are close. The two cousins in Shai and Nickeil, grew up together in Toronto, Canada, and even played together in high school at Hamilton Heights Christian Academy.