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Gilgeous-Alexander, Maxey Named NBA Players of the Week

Former Kentucky players Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Tyrese Maxey were named NBA Players of the Week on Monday.

Gilgeous-Alexander averaged 28.8 points, 4.5 rebounds and 6.5 assists during a 4-0 week.

Maxey put in an impressive 33.5 points, 5.3 boards and 9.8 assists in 4 games (3-1 record).

NBA Players of the Week for Week 2.

West: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (@okcthunder)
East: Tyrese Maxey (@sixers) pic.twitter.com/TQ0EyN3de5

— NBA (@NBA) November 3, 2025