The Oklahoma City Thunder, one of the NBA’s smallest-market teams, just pulled off a massive underdog victory by winning the championship. Led by league MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander—who also snagged Finals MVP honors—the Thunder proved that heart and talent can trump big-city budgets.

Editor’s Note: This isn’t just a win for Oklahoma City; it’s a win for every small-market team and fanbase that’s been told they can’t compete with the giants. It shakes up the NBA’s usual narrative about where champions come from and gives hope to overlooked franchises everywhere. Plus, it cements Gilgeous-Alexander as one of the game’s brightest stars.