Alexander toted the NBA Finals MVP trophy behind a parade float Tuesday, raising his left hand to the beat of chants of "MVP, MVP" from the crowd as Oklahoma City turned out in temperatures approaching triple-digits to celebrate the Thunder's first championship.

Thousands of Thunder fans lined downtown streets in Oklahoma City on Tuesday to catch a glimpse of the celebration of the Thunder’s first championship in its OKC era. Below are some of the best moments, interviews and images from the festivities.

Oklahoma City is ready to celebrate the Thunder's first NBA title, with people already gathering downtown for the championship parade. Sky 5 is flying over downtown Oklahoma City showing traffic and how people and police are preparing for the event.