Jalen Williams Embraces Pressure of NBA Finals
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Jalen Williams and Chet Holmgren, who delivered massively in the West finals, were virtually absent in the Thunder’s loss to the Pacers in the NBA Finals opener.
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Oklahoma City Thunder star Jalen Williams recently made a strong statement regarding Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and a Los Angeles Lakers' legend.
They have carved out huge roles on our team — they are a huge reason why we're here,” Daigneault said. “They are in an uncommon position."
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