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"31+5+10! Look down on me, trade me Now you can't reach me, the super dark horse is rising." These are the bold words of Alexander about his team, the Thunder. Last season, the Thunder showed signs of a rising star: although they failed to make the playoffs, they ranked tenth in the Western Conference regular season, and players like Alexander and Gilgeous-Alexander were quickly rising. In their
season opener this season, the Thunder defeated the Bulls by a margin of 20 points, even though the Bulls have star players like DeRozan, LaVine, and Vucevic. The fact that the Thunder, with such a young lineup, can beat the Bulls by such a large margin is indeed surprising. Many fans have expressed that the Thunder has a multitude of talented players, and Alexander is expected to compete for MVP
this season, with players like Dort, Homgren, Williams, and Gilgeous-Alexander rapidly developing. Alexander's performance in the season opener was outstanding, with an efficient shooting percentage of 60%, scoring 31 points, 5 rebounds, 10 assists, 2 blocks, and 1 steal. His plus/minus for the whole game was +19, the highest on the court. Alexander's strength is growing, making him the first pla
yer for the Thunder to score at least 30 points, 5 rebounds, 10 assists, and 2 blocks in a single game since Westbrook. Many fans may not know that Alexander averaged 31.4 points per game last season and was selected to the All-NBA First Team, alongside Luka Doncic, being hailed as the strongest young guards. NBA experts in the US believe that Alexander is even stronger than Morant, especially on
the defensive end. Morant has some defensive issues, while Alexander is one of the best defensive guards in the league. Last season, Alexander averaged 31.4 points, 4.8 rebounds, 5.5 assists, 1.6 steals, and 1.0 blocks, with a high shooting percentage of 51%, making him highly efficient. In comparison, Morant averaged 26.2 points, 5.9 rebounds, and 8.1 assists last season, with a shooting percenta
ge of only 46% and a three-point shooting percentage of just 30%. Alexander excels on both ends of the court and is more efficient, while Morant's defensive ability is relatively weak, and he is less efficient. In addition, Morant has had some negative off-court news, while Alexander remains low-key and humble, displaying the demeanor of a true star, both on and off the court. In 2019, the Clipper
s acquired Paul George through a trade with the Thunder, which included Alexander, Gallinari, and the rights to swap five first-round picks and two first-round pick swaps. However, it now seems that this trade was a loss for the Clippers. Despite Leonard and Paul George teaming up to become the core of the Clippers, they have yet to reach the NBA Finals. Fans mockingly say that Alexander can proud
ly respond to the Clippers: "You underestimated me, traded me, and now you can't reach me!" Even with Paul George and multiple first-round picks, it may not be enough to acquire Alexander. The Thunder currently view Alexander as the core of their team, nurturing him as the cornerstone of the franchise. He has reached the level of an All-NBA player and is expected to contend for the regular season
MVP. At the same time, players like Homgren, Gilgeous-Alexander, Giddey, and Jalen Williams are rapidly developing. The Thunder's young lineup is exceptionally talented, vibrant, and shining brightly. Thunder head coach Daigneault has stated that they want to compete with their opponents in a team-oriented way, placing a special emphasis on defense. Every player must start with defense, and as lon
g as they can stop the opponent, the offense will flow smoothly. Despite being a very young team, the coaching staff has strict discipline and every player is diligent and dedicated. The Thunder, this super dark horse, is on the rise. In conclusion, Alexander, as the core player of the Thunder, is growing in strength and has become a top guard. He excels on both offense and defense, with outstandi
ng efficiency and versatility. In contrast, Morant has defensive issues and falls short in efficiency and shooting percentage. Alexander takes pride in the trade with the Clippers, showing the demeanor of a true star. The Thunder, as a young team, is rapidly rising, with their players continuously improving and demonstrating tremendous potential. Their head coach emphasizes the importance of teamw
ork and defense, believing that this team can achieve greater success in the new season. So, do you think Alexander and the Thunder can continue to rise in the new season Please leave your thoughts in the comments.