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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the Oklahoma City Thunder in scoring in the team’s 127-108 win over the Washington Wizards on Thursday night. But during Gilgeous-Alexander’s 31-point performance, he was reportedly the target of thieves.
Police launched a home burglary investigation on Friday after a break-in at a property believed to be linked to Gilgeous-Alexander.
The Thunder referred questions to investigators in Nichols Hills, an enclave north of downtown Oklahoma City. Authorities have not confirmed who lived in the home. It is also unclear whether the criminals stole any items from the house.
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Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) points during the first half of Game 5 of the Western Conference finals of the NBA basketball playoffs against the Minnesota Timberwolves on May 28, 2025, in Oklahoma City. (AP Photo/Nate Billing)
Officers were called to the home around 7:45 p.m.
Local news stations in Oklahoma City broadcast images of police vehicles outside the house.
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In a statement, police confirmed that the suspects remained at large.
“The suspects fled the area before police arrived,” police said in a statement. “While no arrests have been made, there is no reason to believe the public is in danger.”
Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) dribbles down the court against the Washington Wizards during the second half at Paycom Center on October 30, 2025 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. (Alonzo Adams/Imagn Images)
The break-in echoes a series of burglaries at the homes of professional athletes across the United States in recent months.
Athletes whose homes were burglarized include Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, teammate Travis Kelce and Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow. BA stars Luka Doncic, Bobby Portis and NHL player Evgeni Malkin have also been targeted.
Law enforcement officials have already warned sports leagues that thieves are striking on game days when they know players won’t be home, often smashing back windows.
Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) leaves the court after his team defeated the Denver Nuggets in game seven of the second round of the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Paycom Center. (Alonzo Adams/Imagn Images)
The NBA sent a memo to teams in November 2024 calling for vigilance when it comes to home security. Among its recommendations, the league suggests that players: install updated alarm systems with cameras and use them every time they leave the house, keep valuables in locked and secure safes, remove online real estate listings that may show interior photos of a home, use protective babysitting services during extended trips away from home, and even have dogs help with home protection.
The Thunder are 6-0 this season. They return to action on Sunday against the New Orleans Pelicans.
