Doc Rivers predicted stardom for Hamilton's Gilgeous-Alexander, but says Thunder star has exceeded expectations

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) dribbles against the Houston Rockets during the first half of an NBA basketball game Sunday, Feb. 25, 2024, in Houston.

Doc Rivers says he saw star potential in Shai Gilgeous-Alexander while coaching him as a rookie before the Los Angeles Clippers traded him to Oklahoma City.