Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is a professional basketball player from Canada, known for his skills as a guard in the NBA. He was born on July 12, 1998, in Hamilton, Ontario, and played college basketball at the University of Kentucky before entering the NBA draft. Gilgeous-Alexander was selected 11th overall by the Charlotte Hornets in the 2018 NBA Draft but was traded to the Los Angeles Clippers. He later joined the Oklahoma City Thunder, where he has emerged as a key player, recognized for his scoring ability, playmaking, and defensive skills.