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NBA MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Receives Key to Hometown of Hamilton, Ontario

HAMILTON, ONTARIO, CANADA, AUG 7 – Shai Gilgeous-Alexander joins NBA legends after winning four major titles in 2025, earning Hamilton's highest honor, the Key to the City, from Mayor Andrea Horwath.

  • During a public rally at Hamilton Stadium on Thursday, Mayor Andrea Horwath presented Shai Gilgeous-Alexander with the city’s key in recognition of his NBA championship achievement.
  • Gilgeous-Alexander received this distinction after guiding the Oklahoma City Thunder to their inaugural NBA championship in the 2024-25 season while also securing the MVP and scoring titles.
  • At the rally, Horwath announced a street would be named after Gilgeous-Alexander, who expressed pride in his Hamilton roots and gratitude for local support.
  • Gilgeous-Alexander expressed how important it was for him to openly represent Hamilton, while Horwath described the occasion as a moment of great pride for the city.
  • This recognition reflects Hamilton's deep pride in Gilgeous-Alexander's achievements and his status as a symbol of the city's grit and determination.
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NBA MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander receives key to hometown of Hamilton, Ontario

NBA MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander received the key to the city of Hamilton from Mayor Andrea Horwath at a public rally Thursday at Hamilton Stadium.

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Hamilton presents NBA superstar Shai Gilgeous-Alexander key to city at rally

HAMILTON — He's an NBA superstar and champion, but Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has never forgotten his roots. Gilgeous-Alexander received the key to the city of Hamilton from Mayor Andrea Horwath at a public rally Thursday at Hamilton Stadium.

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CBC News broke the news in Canada on Thursday, August 7, 2025.
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