Thunder Star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Out Until After All-Star Break - ESPN
Oklahoma City Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander will be sidelined until after the All-Star break due to an abdominal strain, the team announced on Wednesday. This injury will keep the reigning MVP out for at least five games, starting with the Thunder's match against the Spurs in San Antonio.
The Thunder stated that Gilgeous-Alexander will be reevaluated after the All-Star break. This announcement comes after Gilgeous-Alexander was listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against the Orlando Magic due to a right index finger sprain and illness. Despite his uncertain status, he played and contributed 20 points and nine assists, extending his streak of games with at least 20 points to 121.
Gilgeous-Alexander is just five games away from tying Wilt Chamberlain's record of 126 straight games with at least 20 points. The team's statement also mentioned that he will be unavailable for Team World in the new three-team All-Star Game format.
The Associated Press provided additional information for this report.
