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The premise is simple: if the leader of the Oklahoma City Thunder repeats the dominant 2024-25 season he just had, then according to Perkins there should be no more questions about his historic standing.

The quote that started the debate

Speaking on the Road Trippin’ Show podcast, Perkins didn’t hold back:

Despite the criticism that followed, Perkins doubled down even harder, leaning into both the narrative and the player’s age:

Then came the most provocative part:

The historical context matters

Perkins also pointed to another key factor: the competition.

Between LeBron JamesStephen Curry, Kevin Durant, Nikola Jokic, and the new generation led by Victor Wembanyamathe title race has rarely been this difficult.

That’s why, in his view, a potential back-to-back championship would carry enormous weight.

The last team to do it was the Golden State Warriors in 2017 and 2018one of the strongest dynasties ever.

The numbers behind a dominant season

It’s hard to argue with his case when it comes to SGA’s production, as he delivered an almost flawless season:

• 31.1 points per game in the regular season
• 4.3 rebounds
• 6.6 assists
• 1.4 steals
• 0.8 blocks
• Thunder record: 64-18

And in the playoffs, he has kept rolling, averaging an even higher 33.8 points per game in the series against Phoenix.

On top of that, he has already won Clutch Player of the Year and remains the heavy favorite for the 2025-26 NBA MVP.

The present: Lakers challenge ahead

Before the all-time legacy conversations, though, there’s still basketball to be played.

The Thunder are set for a marquee series against the Los Angeles Lakers in the Western Conference semifinals.

Game 1 will be played at Paycom Center, with SGA ready to lead the way once again.