In the NBA Cup, Giannis Antetokounmpo of the Milwaukee Bucks and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander of the Oklahoma City Thunder are the top contenders for MVP, with Gilgeous-Alexander holding a slight edge in stats and impact on his team’s success. Despite similar traditional statistics, Gilgeous-Alexander’s lower usage rate and higher win shares have helped lead the Thunder to a dominant record, while the Bucks have struggled against top teams. Both players have strong supporting casts, but Gilgeous-Alexander’s impact on his team’s success stands out in the NBA Cup competition.
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