Gilgeous-Alexander Eliminated in Game 7 Despite 35-Point Effort

Despite a stellar 35-point, nine-assist performance, back-to-back MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander could not prevent the Thunder's 111-103 Game 7 loss to the Spurs. Playing 43 minutes, he added four rebounds, three steals, and one block. Following the defeat, which ended the Thunder's title reign, Gilgeous-Alexander publicly acknowledged the Spurs' superior play. Despite his individual offensive leadership, he was ultimately outplayed in the series by Western Conference Finals MVP Victor Wembanyama.