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Thunder Fans Rally After Doris Burke's Gilgeous-Alexander Critique

3/2/2026

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ESPN commentator Doris Burke criticized Shai Gilgeous-Alexander of the Oklahoma City Thunder for his play style, suggesting he often gets away with fouls during a game not involving him.
Thunder fans reacted with backlash, accusing Burke of harboring a negative bias against their team.
Gilgeous-Alexander is set to respond on the court in his second game back from injury after scoring 36 points in his return against the Denver Nuggets.

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ESPN commentator Doris Burke criticized Shai Gilgeous-Alexander of the Oklahoma City Thunder for his play style, suggesting he often gets away with fouls during a game not involving him.
Thunder fans reacted with backlash, accusing Burke of harboring a negative bias against their team.
Gilgeous-Alexander is set to respond on the court in his second game back from injury after scoring 36 points in his return against the Denver Nuggets.