Shai Gilgeous-Alexander entered the NBA as an intriguing prospect with a high upside. However, he wasn’t the most sought-after or talked about player when he came out of Kentucky.
His coach, John Calipari, always knew he was destined for big things. That’s why he’s not surprised to see him become an MVP candidate and one of the best players on Earth.
However, it’s not his game that impresses him. Following his 40-point explosion vs. the Denver Nuggets, coach Calipari took to social media to explain what truly makes the young guard special.
John Calipari raves about Shai Gilgeous-Alexander
“The thing that impressed me the most about Shai yesterday wasn’t scoring 40 or leading his team to a win,” Calipari wrote. “It happened after his pregame warmup. He hugged us and we laughed the he proceeded to walk to the 1000s of fans along the baseline and sideline leading to their tunnel. It wasn’t a fly by he spent time, and then I was told he does it EVERY home game and that’s why they lineup. MVP move.”
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander 2 of the Oklahoma City Thunder
Of course, that’s the kind of move that makes a coach proud. At the end of the day, they prepare them not only to become better basketball players but also better human beings.
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Gilgeous-Alexander is looking to lead the Oklahoma City Thunder to their first championship since they relocated, but he’s already a champion at heart for what he’s done.
