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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Calls Himself NBA's Best Player, Rejects Flopping Narrative
Original: SGA Says He's NBA's 'Best Player,' Addresses Social Media 'Narrative' About Flopping, Foul-Baiting
Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander says he is the NBA's best player and pushed back at a social media 'narrative' that he flops and baits referees into foul calls. The comments came as the Oklahoma City star continues to draw scrutiny over how often he gets to the free-throw line, with fans and analysts debating whether his whistle-earning style is skill or gamesmanship.
Why now: The MVP-caliber star's bold self-assessment and the ongoing flopping debate around his playing style are fueling discussion among basketball fans.
Shai Gilgeous-AlexanderOklahoma City ThunderNBA
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