Alexander interjected before Jalen Williams could complete his postgame scan of the box score.  The pair was asked about teammate Lu Dort and his blazing night from 3, and Williams hadn’t a clue what Dort produced.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 31 points as the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the host Atlanta Hawks 135-119 on Friday night.

The 26-year-old guard has chosen to represent himself in contract negotiations, a move that has sparked discussions among NBA analysts. When asked how much agent fees played into his decision to rep himself, Gilgeous-Alexander provided a thoughtful response that highlighted his broader aspirations.