Oklahoma City Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander showcased his incredible talent, propelling the team to the NBA Finals after they triumphed over the Minnesota Timberwolves in the conference finals. Despite this impressive achievement, the tag ‘Free Throw Merchant’ continues to cling to Gilgeous-Alexander.
Gilgeous-Alexander has quickly become known as a “free-throw merchant,” thanks to his uncanny knack for drawing fouls. Analysts and fellow players have certainly recognised his strategic approach at the free-throw line. Recently, Sabrina Ionescu sparked quite a conversation with her thoughts on Gilgeous-Alexander’s free throw techniques.
Reporter: “Have you ever seen a player draw 16 fouls?”
Sabrina: “SGA”
Reporter: “Have you ever seen a player draw 16 fouls?”
— Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) May 30, 2025
Sabrina: “SGA” 😅
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Despite much discussion about the free-throw merchant tag, SGA remains unfazed. During a recent interview, Gilgeous-Alexander addressed his critics with a powerful response.
Social Media Erupts After Sabrina Ionescu’s Dig At Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s Free-Throw Antics
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When Sabrina Ionescu dropped her take on Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, fans didn’t hold back in the comments. People flooded the section with hilarious jokes about both Gilgeous-Alexander and Ionescu.
One fan said, “She cooked FTA.”
She cooked FTA 😂
— Tyler Herro Muse ☆ (@danhurleyuconn) May 30, 2025
Another fan said, “She’s wack af for this.”
She’s wack af for this
— CouchCriticGM (@CriticGm) May 30, 2025
Another fan mentioned, “She knows ball folks.”
She knows ball folks
— Nameless Ninja🥷 (@NamelessNinja1) May 30, 2025
A sports enthusiast commented, “Sabrina taking notes.”
Sabrina taking notes 🤣
— D (@heattoohot) May 30, 2025
Another fan commented, “Sabrina a legend for this one.”
Sabrina a legend for this one 🤣
— George Warren (@GeorgeW30589623) May 31, 2025
Another fan remarked, “Holy FTM cook job by Sabrina.”
Holy FTM cook job by Sabrina
— CFCTTU (@CFCTTU22) May 30, 2025
Despite the chatter around his performance, Gilgeous-Alexander reached impressive heights this season.
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