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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Sends Clear Message to Dillon Brooks After Game 1

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Sends Clear Message to Dillon Brooks After Game 1

Summary

The Oklahoma City Thunder won Game 1 of their NBA playoff series against the Phoenix Suns with a score of 119–84. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the Thunder with 25 points and praised Dillon Brooks of the Suns for his strong impact on the game. Both players have a history of playing together on Canada’s national basketball team.

Key Facts

  • Oklahoma City Thunder defeated Phoenix Suns 119–84 in Game 1 of the first-round NBA playoffs.
  • Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 25 points, provided seven assists, and made four rebounds and two blocks.
  • Phoenix Suns shot 35% from the field and committed 19 turnovers.
  • Dillon Brooks scored 18 points, with seven rebounds and two assists in 32 minutes.
  • Gilgeous-Alexander and Brooks have played together on Canada’s national team, including the 2023 FIBA World Cup and 2024 Olympics.
  • Brooks won the Best Defensive Player award at the 2023 FIBA World Cup.
  • Canada made its first Olympic basketball appearance in 24 years at the 2024 Olympics.
  • Game 2 of the series will be held in Oklahoma City, with the Thunder favored to win again.
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