SHAI GILGEOUS-ALEXANDER NEWS

Gilgeous-Alexander, Thunder look to take step forward

This could be the year Shai Gilgeous-Alexander jumps to All-Star status

OCTOBER 11, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Won't play Tuesday Gilgeous-Alexander (knee) has been ruled out for Tuesday's preseason game against the Pistons, Joe Mussatto of The Oklahoman reports.

Impact Gilgeous-Alexander sustained a Grade 2 left MCL sprain during a workout in mid-September and will remain out for another exhibition matchup Tuesday. Coach Mark Daigneault didn't reveal Gilgeous-Alexander's status for Thursday's preseason game against the Spurs but said that the point guard is traveling with the team and looking more like himself.

OCTOBER 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Davis scores 28 in return, Lakers defeat Warriors 124-121

Anthony Davis scored 28 points in his return to the Lakers lineup after missing two games due to injury, and Los Angeles defeated Golden State 124-121 Sunday night in the Warriors’...

OCTOBER 10, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Injury Update Provides Little Detail Will Shai Gilgeous-Alexander return for the regular season opener?

OCTOBER 7, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Won't play Monday Gilgeous-Alexander (knee) isn't with the team for Monday's preseason opener against the Nuggets, Joe Mussatto of The Oklahoman reports.

Impact Gilgeous-Alexander suffered a Grade 2 left MCL sprain during a workout in mid-September and remains sidelined. It's unclear when he'll return to action, but his absence may impact the start of the regular season.

OCTOBER 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

OKC's Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Could Benefit from Playoff Experience After multiple successful playoff performances in his early years, is Shai Gilgeous-Alexander prepared for postseason contention once again?

OCTOBER 2, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Holmgren, Gilgeous-Alexander injuries affect Thunder camp

The injury bug is making its way through the Oklahoma City Thunder

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

How long is Shai Gilgeous-Alexander out? Injury timeline, return date, latest updates on Thunder guard Here's everything we know about Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's injury and the latest news on when he may return to the court.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Thunder Star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander to Miss Season Opener? Shai Gilgeous-Alexander suffered a Grade 2 MCL sprain in a recent workout, an injury that typically requires a four-week recovery period.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022 • NESN.COM

Status for start of season unclear Thunder general manager Sam Presti said Friday that the team would "love for [Gilgeous-Alexander] (knee) to be ready" for the start of the regular season, "but we can't make predic...

Impact Presti added that Gilgeous-Alexander suffered the Grade 2 left MCL sprain during a recent workout, but the point guard was able to finish the session and "didn't have any pain at all." However, he felt sore the next morning, and an MRI revealed the sprain. Gilgeous-Alexander has blossomed into a potential All-Star during his time with the Thunder, but he's appeared in just 91 games over the last two seasons due to numerous injuries and is already dealing with a new issue this year.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Mock Trade: Knicks Make An Attempt to Acquire Shai Gilgeous-Alexander from Thunder The New York Knicks are still looking for a star to add to the roster, but OKC Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander likely has too high of...

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022 • KANSASCITY.COM

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander out with MCL sprain Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has a Grade 2 left MCL sprain and will miss the start of training camp, the team announc...

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Who on Thunder Roster Could Rise with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Out? Thunder rookie Jalen Williams will get his chance to shine.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022 • KANSASCITY.COM

It's Time to Put Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Mock Trades to Rest Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is the newest franchise player for the Oklahoma City Thunder, and he isn’t leaving anytime soon.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander out with MCL sprain Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has a Grade 2 left MCL sprain and will miss the start of training camp, the team announc...

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

How Kevin Durant Spotted Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's Greatness Before Everyone Else A ringing endorsement from one of the best players to pick up a basketball is quite the compliment for the Thunder’s franchise player.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022 • SACBEE.COM

Will miss start of training camp Gilgeous-Alexander was diagnosed with a Grade 2 left MCL sprain Wednesday and will miss the start of training camp, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

Impact Although Gilgeous-Alexander will not be available for the start of training camp, the Thunder have left the door open for the guard to possibly be ready for the start of preseason. The 24-year-old posted 24.5 points, 5.9 assists and 5.0 rebounds in 34.7 minutes per game last season before going down late due to an ankle injury.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Phoenix Suns trade speculation with Jae Crowder, Bojan Bogdanovic, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Phoenix Suns trade speculation returned with a bang with trade chatter surrounding Jae Crowder, Bojan Bogdanovic, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander an...

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022 • AZCENTRAL.COM

CBS Sports ranks Shai Gilgeous-Alexander as 11th-best point guard Is the ranking too high, too low or just right for SGA?

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022 • USATODAY.COM

HoopsHype: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander tied for 13th-best young player to build around, per league poll 15 NBA executives gave their best five players to build around that are younger than 25 years old.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022 • USATODAY.COM

What Would it Take For the Raptors to Land Shai Gilgeous-Alexander? Thunder Reporter Details the Price The Toronto Raptors would have to part with Scottie Barnes and OG Anunoby to acquire Shai Gilgeous-Alexander from the Oklahoma City Thunder,...

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022 • KANSASCITY.COM

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Snags Spot on NBA's 2021-22 Top 100 Plays With all of his impressive highlights, it wouldn’t be surprising if the Thunder star has a few more clips featured in the series.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

WATCH: Thunder, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Participate in BGU Runs Led by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, a majority of the Thunder participated in Olin Simplis’ Big Guard U NBA runs.

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022 • SACBEE.COM

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Leads the Way in Thunder NBA 2K Ratings It will take another inspiring effort to master the Thunder in play-now mode.

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Leads the Way in Thunder NBA 2K Ratings It will take another inspiring effort to master the Thunder in play-now mode.

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM