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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Makes NBA History Despite Game 7 Loss to Spurs

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Makes NBA History Despite Game 7 Loss to Spurs

Summary

The Oklahoma City Thunder lost 111-103 to the San Antonio Spurs in Game 7 of the Western Conference Finals. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 35 points and made NBA history by joining a select group of players with at least 125 free throws made in back-to-back postseasons.

Key Facts

  • The Thunder lost Game 7 to the Spurs, ending their hopes of reaching the NBA Finals.
  • Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored the most points in the game with 35.
  • Gilgeous-Alexander also had nine assists, four rebounds, and three steals.
  • He made at least 125 free throws in consecutive postseasons, joining Kobe Bryant, Kevin Durant, and LeBron James.
  • In the series, Gilgeous-Alexander shot 93.8% from the free-throw line and averaged 25.9 points per game.
  • Oklahoma City played without injured players Jalen Williams and Ajay Mitchell in Game 7.
  • Gilgeous-Alexander expressed confidence in Thunder general manager Sam Presti to manage offseason roster moves.
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