The point guard and shooting guard of the Oklahoma City Thunder, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has once again impressed his fans with his lyrical finesse.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander on IG. 🔥 pic.twitter.com/JKKbmqfwHj
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The reaction came after the Canadian National Team won their match against Spain, which was during the second round of the FIBA World Cup.
Subsequently, securing their spot in the 2024 Olympics as well.
With this incredible feat, the Canadian squad will be heading to the quarterfinals of the tournament.
Gilgeous-Alexander was one of the stars that shined brightly in the match against Spain.
MVP chants for a reason! 🗣️
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander once again proved to be the deciding factor for Canada, earning TCL Player Of The Game honors in the process! 🇨🇦
📊 30 PTS | 7 AST | 4 REB | 3 STL#FIBAWC x #WinForCANADA | #InspireGreatness pic.twitter.com/wwrdZI6wgx
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Gilgeous-Alexander amassed 30 points in the game with seven assists and four rebounds.
Meanwhile, Dillon Brooks added 22 points, and RJ Barret added 16. The Canadian team will be moving to the quarterfinals for the very first time since 1994.
The guard took to Instagram and penned down his thoughts, which received momentous love from the fans all around.
The post read, “They debating about if my bag is deep. Bc they know the only thing i really lack is sleep. Left home and i said i wouldn’t be back for weeks. Until I made sure I was in Paris next summer and not for fashion week.”