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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander takes wild shot at Dillon Brooks after OKC Thunder sweep Phoenix Suns
TL;DR
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the Oklahoma City Thunder to a sweep of the Phoenix Suns and took a shot at Dillon Brooks afterward. The series was marked by tension and competitive edge between the players.
Key points
- Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the Thunder to a sweep
- The series against the Suns was tense
- Gilgeous-Alexander made a notable comment about Dillon Brooks
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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander did not just lead the Oklahoma City Thunder to a dominant sweep; he made sure the message lingered long after the final buzzer.
The Thunder’s first-round series against the Phoenix Suns carried tension from the start, fueled by comments, matchups and a growing edge between players on both sides.
By the time the series ended, that tension had clearly not gone away, and once the sweep was complete, Shai chose his moment to respond in a way that quickly caught the attention of the entire NBA.
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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander takes a shot at Dillon Brooks after the sweep
As seen via Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s Instagram post, the Thunder star did not hold back.
“Everybody wants to be villainous until the brooms come out & the dust settles & you realize who the villain is,” SGA wrote.
The post featured a collage, including one image where Shai edited Dillon Brooks’ jersey to read “Cancun on 3,” a well-known NBA phrase used to mock eliminated teams.
The message was clear. After all the talk during the series, Shai felt the result spoke for itself.
What led to the moment, and how Dillon Brooks responded
Throughout the series, Brooks leaned into his “villain” persona, at one point calling Shai “frail” and accusing him of drawing fouls through flopping. That added an edge to the matchup, especially with both players playing major roles for their teams.
Q&A
What did Shai Gilgeous-Alexander say about Dillon Brooks?
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander made a pointed remark aimed at Dillon Brooks after the Thunder's sweep of the Suns, highlighting the lingering tension from the series.
How did the Oklahoma City Thunder perform against the Phoenix Suns?
The Oklahoma City Thunder swept the Phoenix Suns in their first-round series, showcasing a dominant performance throughout.
What was the significance of the Thunder's sweep over the Suns?
The Thunder's sweep marked a significant achievement for the team, emphasizing their competitive edge and setting the stage for future playoff matchups.
