Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is making waves in the NBA, and his recent performance against the Denver Nuggets is a testament to his rising stardom. After nailing a clutch step-back three to seal a 129-126 victory for the Oklahoma City Thunder, SGA dropped a memorable line: "I have answers to the test, but I gotta see the questions first." This sums up his ability to adapt and conquer opposing defenses with ease.
Since joining the Thunder, Gilgeous-Alexander has consistently elevated his game, and his seventh season is shaping up to be his finest. The big leap? His newfound consistency from beyond the arc, which has transformed him into a complete offensive threat.
SGA has always been known for his scoring prowess, averaging over 30 points per game for four consecutive seasons and maintaining a field goal percentage above 47% in all but one season. However, his three-point shooting has been a question mark, hovering around 35% in many of his seasons. But this year, he's turning heads by hitting 38.3% from deep through 54 games, marking the second-best rate of his career.
What’s truly impressive is how this improvement has bolstered his clutch performances. He's already drained 12 three-pointers in critical moments this season-matching his total from the previous two years combined. Just last week, he hit three clutch threes, outpacing big names like Kawhi Leonard, LeBron James, and Karl-Anthony Towns.
With his enhanced shooting ability, Gilgeous-Alexander is proving himself to be one of the most unstoppable offensive forces in the league. His development into a reliable deep threat adds yet another layer to his already dynamic game, making him a nightmare for defenses and a joy for Thunder fans.