SGA breaks down Thunder adjustments, Chet Holmgren’s growth and OKC’s defensive lockdown in Game 1

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander breaks down how the Oklahoma City Thunder adjusted defensively in the second half after holding the Lakers to just 37 points after halftime in Game 1 of the Western Conference Semifinals.

SGA discusses:

OKC settling in after the long playoff break
Adjusting to aggressive Lakers defensive coverages
Playing through double teams
Chet Holmgren’s massive growth from last postseason
Ajay Mitchell and Jared McCain stepping up in big playoff moments
Why the mid-range game became such a major weapon
Marcus Smart’s defensive impact
The Thunder’s confidence and trust in young players

Shai also praised Chet Holmgren’s work ethic and evolution, calling him a “completely different player” from last year’s playoffs.

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