Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s next evolution could involve doing less with the ball. As Kevin O’Connor noted for Yahoo Sports, his enormous offensive workload may have contributed to his declining efficiency during the Thunder’s latest playoff run.
The first indication came with Canada, where SGA asked head coach Gordie Herbert to use him more frequently off the ball while Nickeil Alexander-Walker and Andrew Nembhard initiated the offense. The adjustment created different opportunities through screens, cuts and corner threes.
Oklahoma City now has several potential creators, including Jalen Williams, Cason Wallace, Ajay Mitchell, Nikola Topić and Jared McCain, along with multiple passing big men. Fewer touches would not necessarily mean fewer shots for Shai, but potentially easier attempts and a more versatile playoff offense.
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