Following a well-produced five-minute announcement on SportsCenter, Shai shared this message to fans on Twitter:
I’m so Thankful for this opportunity. Even though I am leaving Kentucky will always be home thanks BBN!!!?? pic.twitter.com/NNWovn1qOa
— Shai Alexander (@shaiglalex) April 9, 2018
ESPN NBA Draft guru Jonathan Givony currently has Gilgeous-Alexander slated to be picked by the L.A. Clippers at No. 12 overall. He broke down SGA’s game and talked to him about the decision.
“This was a very difficult decision,” Gilgeous-Alexander said. “I’ve loved every moment at Kentucky with my coaches and support staff.