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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander urged to emulate Kobe Bryant's 2005-06 season by injured teammates

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander urged to emulate Kobe Bryant's 2005-06 season by injured teammates
World Sports · 04:30:06 - Saturday, 7 November 2026

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored over Cleveland Cavaliers center Jarrett Allen during the second half of their game on November 2, 2026, at Rocket Arena in Cleveland, Ohio.

A report from Thunder Wire indicates that two injured All-NBA teammates have encouraged Gilgeous-Alexander to adopt a scoring approach reminiscent of Kobe Bryant's 2005-06 season. The teammates were not identified in the report.

Gilgeous-Alexander, wearing number 2, has been a focal point of the Thunder's offense this season. The Cavaliers' Allen, number 31, contested the shot in the photographed sequence.

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