Gilbert Arenas advises Shai Gilgeous-Alexander amid Game 7 struggles
Basketball Network • 1 min read • Latest: May 31, 2026, 11:55 AM
Last updated May 31, 2026
In the aftermath of Game 7 against the San Antonio Spurs, Gilbert Arenas has suggested that Shai Gilgeous-Alexander should take luxury watches from teammates who underperformed. The OKC Thunder needed a strong collective effort to succeed and reach the NBA Finals, but supportive players like Chet Holmgren and Isaiah Hartenstein fell short. The context highlights the pressure on Gilgeous-Alexander to lead, especially when championship expectations are on the line. The upcoming offseason will likely see discussions on player roles and performance evaluations.
- •Arenas wants Gilgeous-Alexander to penalize teammates for poor performance.
- •OKC was aiming to defend their championship title against the Spurs.
- •Gilgeous-Alexander required support from teammates like Holmgren and Hartenstein.
- •The comments come after a disappointing Game 7 showing.
- 11:55 AMBasketball Network — Gilbert Arenas urges Shai Gilgeous-Alexander to take luxury watches from his teammates who were awful in Game 7 against the Spurs - Yahoo Sports
"Arenas wants SGA to penalize big men like Chet Holmgren and Isaiah Hartenstein.
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