Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Responds to ‘Foul Baiting’ Criticism After Thunder Win
Summary
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander helped the Oklahoma City Thunder win their first playoff game against the Phoenix Suns with a strong performance, scoring 25 points including 15 from free throws. Some fans criticized him for going to the free-throw line a lot, but Gilgeous-Alexander explained it is because he drives to the basket often and gets fouled.Key Facts
- The Thunder won Game 1 of their playoff series against the Suns with a score of 119-84.
- Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 25 points, including 15 from 17 free-throw attempts.
- Devin Booker, the Suns’ top scorer in that game, had only 7 free-throw attempts.
- Gilgeous-Alexander led the NBA this season in free-throw attempts by a wide margin.
- Critics say Gilgeous-Alexander “foul baits,” meaning he tries to get fouled on purpose or exaggerates contact.
- Gilgeous-Alexander responded that driving to the basket causes most fouls, so his frequent trips to the line make sense.
- He averaged 31.1 points per game this season with about nine free throws attempted per game.
- The Thunder are considered a strong team in the playoffs and will play Game 2 at home next.
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