In brief
Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander reported that he and his family are safe after a burglary at their home during his game. Police responded to the incident and confirmed the suspects fled before their arrival. Recent burglaries have targeted professional athletes' homes on game days, raising concerns.
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander confirmed on Sunday that he and his family are safe after a break-in at their home last week, which occurred while he was playing a home game.
“Long story short, everybody’s safe, and that’s all that really matters in the whole thing,” Gilgeous-Alexander said following the Thunder's victory over the New Orleans Pelicans. “Everything else will come and go, but my loved ones are safe, so I’m OK. I’m happy.”
Local police responded to the burglary report around 7:45 p.m. on Thursday when the Thunder played against the Washington Wizards. Though officers arrived, the suspects had already fled, and there have been no arrests made thus far. Authorities stated there is no reason to believe the public is in any danger.
Investigators have not disclosed whether anyone was home at the time of the break-in or if any possessions were taken. This incident fits into a troubling trend, as several high-profile athletes’ homes have recently been targeted for burglaries, particularly on game days when the homes are likely unoccupied.
Past victims include NFL players like Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce, along with NBA stars like Luka Doncic.
Law enforcement has previously cautioned sports leagues about this trend, noting that criminals tend to strike during games, often entering through rear windows.
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Reported by Sean Murphy, Associated Press.
