Shai Gilgeous-Alexander wasn’t forgotten late Monday night. He was just forced to be a bystander. He was complemented in coach Mark Daigneault’s eyes.

At the same time, All-Star Nikola Jokic's 35 points led six Nuggets players in double-digits, including Jamal Murray's 34-point performance. After the loss, Daigneault pointed out Denver's unprecedented defense on the NBA's leading scorer, hindering Gilgeous-Alexander's performance.

After defeating the Denver Nuggets, the Oklahoma City Thunder secured another key victory, moving closer to the NBA playoffs. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander delivered a dominant performance. However, his postgame comments about his mentality stole the spotlight.