Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Gives GM Sam Presti Ultimate Vote of Confidence
Summary
The Oklahoma City Thunder lost to the San Antonio Spurs in Game 7 of the Western Conference Finals, ending their chance to defend their NBA title. After the game, Thunder player Shai Gilgeous-Alexander praised the team's general manager, Sam Presti, and said he would leave decisions about trades and contracts to him.Key Facts
- The Thunder finished the 2025-26 regular season with the best record in the NBA.
- They lost to the Spurs, led by Victor Wembanyama, in Game 7 of the Western Conference Finals.
- Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 35 points and had 9 assists in the deciding game.
- Gilgeous-Alexander said he would not be involved in offseason decisions and trusts GM Sam Presti to handle them.
- Sam Presti has been the Thunder’s general manager since 2007 and was named Executive of the Year after the team won the 2025 NBA title.
- Before joining the Thunder, Presti helped the San Antonio Spurs win three NBA championships as an assistant GM.
- The Spurs will play the New York Knicks in the upcoming NBA Finals.
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