Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s father excludes Luka Dončić from top guards list
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 4:03 AM
Last updated Aug 3, 2026
During a livestream on Kick, Vaughn Alexander named his top NBA point guards, placing his son Shai Gilgeous-Alexander at the top, followed by Cade Cunningham and Ja Morant. Luka Dončić was omitted from the list. Vaughn cited the importance of playing defense as a key factor for greatness, contrasting Dončić's defensive struggles with SGA's stronger performance. This omission highlights the ongoing debate regarding the skills of both players, especially their impact on both offensive and defensive ends of the game.
- •Vaughn Alexander names SGA, Cunningham, and Morant as top point guards
- •Dončić excluded due to defensive concerns
- •Alexander emphasizes the necessity of defense in player rankings
- •The debate reflects broader comparisons between SGA and Dončić
- •During 2025-26, SGA had a better defensive rating than Dončić
- 4:03 AMYahoo Sports — “You Gotta Play Defense”: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s Father Snubs Luka Dončić From Major NBA List
"The NBA’s point guard debate rarely settles. Every dominant season invites another round of comparisons, and every ranking inevitably leaves out an obvious player.
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