Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Jayson Tatum named NBA Players of the Month

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander of the Oklahoma City Thunder has been named the Western Conference Player of the Month for October and November. He averaged 29.8 points, 6.6 assists, and 5.3 rebounds, helping the Thunder achieve a 15-4 record. Jayson Tatum of the Boston Celtics received the Eastern Conference Player of the Month award. He led the Celtics with 28.7 points, 8.5 rebounds, and 5.8 assists per game, contributing to a 16-3 record, including a win over the previously undefeated Cavaliers. Both players stood out among strong competition. Gilgeous-Alexander had the highest impact on his team's performance, while Tatum's scoring and playmaking were key to Boston's success.