Thunder get great news regarding return for Shai Gilgeous-Alexander

The Oklahoma City Thunder just got some great news regarding star guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. 

After missing nine straight games due to an abdominal strain, the reigning NBA MVP is set to return for the Thunder against the Denver Nuggets on Friday night. Gilgeous-Alexander's last game action came against the Orlando Magic way back on Feb. 3. 

On the season, Gilgeous-Alexander has played in 49 games for the Thunder and posted averages of 31.8 points, 6.4 assists, 4.5 rebounds and 1.3 steals per performance.

This story will be updated. 

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