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Karl Rasmussen

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Explains Why He Likes Playing the Villain Role on the Road

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander walks on the court after the Game 4 win vs. the Minnesota Timberwolves. | Jesse Johnson-Imagn Images

The Oklahoma City Thunder picked up an important road victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves at the Target Center on Monday night, gaining a 3–1 edge in the Western Conference finals.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander put on an MVP-worthy display on the road, dropping 40 points and flirting with a triple-double, adding 10 assists and nine rebounds. Despite some raucous boos from Timberwolves fans, the 26-year-old was able to overcome the hostile environment and lead his team to a win.

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