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Thunder’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Gets Chilling Warning From Carmelo Anthony

The Oklahoma City Thunder have already proven they can reach the NBA mountaintop, but Carmelo Anthony believes Shai Gilgeous-Alexander could be even more dangerous following the disappointment of last season.Oklahoma City entered the 2025-26 campaign as the defending NBA champion…

By Anthony G Halkias II · HEAVY

Published: Friday, 16 October 2026 at 1:55 AM

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Carmelo Anthony warned that Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Thunder will be even more motivated after last season's playoff exit.
Anthony stated on 7PM in Brooklyn that opponents still have to go through Oklahoma City in the Western Conference.
The Thunder previously fell short against Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs in the Western Conference Finals.

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Former NBA star Carmelo Anthony warned the Western Conference that Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander will return even more dangerous following last season's playoff exit. Speaking on 7PM in Brooklyn, Anthony stated that opponents still must go through Oklahoma City, praising Gilgeous-Alexander's dedication as a student of the game.

Anthony cited injuries and challenges faced by Chet Holmgren as contributing factors in the Thunder's Western Conference Finals loss to Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs. He noted that the disappointment will fuel Gilgeous-Alexander's competitive edge heading into the new season.

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