Shai Gilgeous-Alexander delivers stern message after Thunder’s Game 1 loss
TheOklahoma City Thunder entered Game 1 of the 2025 NBA Finals with high expectations, buoyed by a dominant regular season and the stellar play of MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. However, a late-game collapse saw their 15-point fourth-quarter lead evaporate, culminating in a 111-110 defeat to the Indiana Pacers. In the aftermath, Gilgeous-Alexander addressed his teammates with a clear and urgent message."We just got to focus on being better... It's not rocket science. We lost Game 1. We have to be better," he stated to reporters after the game, emphasizing the straightforward yet critical need for improvement. Gilgeous-Alexander's performance was commendable, scoring 38 points and controlling the game's tempo. Yet, the Thunder's inability to maintain their lead in the final minutes highlighted issues that extended beyond individual performances. A decisive 12-2 run by the Pacers in the closing 2:52, capped by Tyrese […]