LeBron James and Victor Wembanyama Ignite Unforgettable First Round Showdowns—Which Star Will Rewrite Playoff History?
Unfortunately for Phoenix, Gilgeous-Alexander had those answers. His blend of playmaking, driving and shotmaking is always something he can bring to the table. It’s the adaptability and force that can sometimes be underrated. In the three remaining games against Phoenix, SGA averaged 36.7 points on 63% shooting from the field, and 8.3 assists. And that’s not true shooting percentage, that’s the one you find in the box score.
Any effort to “Rally the Valley” was shut down by SGA’s Game 3 performance in the desert: 42 points, 8 assists, 15-of-18 shooting from the field. Not only did Gilgeous-Alexander become the fifth player in NBA history to score 40 on 80% shooting in a playoff game (Dirk Nowitzki, Terry Porter, Elton Brand, Devin Booker), he became one of only three to shoot 15 of 18 from the field in a playoff game (Michael Jordan, Sam Jones). Everyone loves a star-making performance come playoff time. It’s another thing when a star confirms everything the opposing coaching staff was worried about coming into a series.



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