Alex Caruso gives honest take on Shai Gilgeous-Alexander & LeBron James comparisons, says 'Comparing to Lebron...'

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had one of the most terrific individual seasons in the history of the sport as he led Oklahoma City Thunder to victory in Game 7 of the NBA Finals against Indiana Pacers. After leading his team to an NBA title, Gilgeous-Alexander got praise from his teammate, Alex Caruso.

What did Alex Caruso say about Shai Gilgeous-Alexander & LeBron James comparisons?

While talking during the post-championship press conference, Caruso deflected Shai Gilgeous-Alexander comparisons to LeBron James, before affirming that his teammate has everything what it takes to become the league's best player, just like James.

Comparing to Lebron is a crazy start just (because) LeBron was anointed at 18 years old and surpassed everything that has ever been put in front of him, Caruso said.

As far as face of the league and best player on best team, SGA's got that capability. He'll probably be hungry for more, Caruso added.

Alex Caruso now has two NBA titles to his name as he won his first title in 2020, when he used to play for Los Angeles Lakers, alongside LeBron James and Anthony Davis. While featuring in Game 7 of the NBA Finals, Caruso clocked 32 minutes as he notched up 10 points, three rebounds and three steals.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander registered 29 points and 12 assists. With his impressive performance in Game 7, Gilgeous-Alexander was awarded with the Finals MVP. According to ESPN, the 26-year-old became the second-youngest player after Kareem Abdul-Jabbar to win an MVP, Finals MVP and scoring title. LeBron James achieved the feat when he was 27-years-old, same goes for Michael Jordan as well.

Alex Caruso, who was a former G-league player for OKC's G-League affiliate Blue. He was traded to the Oklahoma City Thunder in the last offseason in exchange for Josh Giddey. He later became an crucial player coming off the bench, bringing his defensive game and his experience in a rather young OKC Thunder's team.

Alex Caruso compares Lakers' title with OKC championship

Having won two titles with different teams is something which many have not been able to achieve in their playing careers. Alex Caruso was one of them as he can take pride in this. For Caruso, having two championships with two teams hold different weights.

Now I got a real one now nobody can say anything, he quipped, taking aim at critics of the Lakers' title in the 'Bubble.'

Just because of how the team is constructed now compared to the team in 2020. It was harder with this team just because of the experience…I think through the playoffs this team grew up and learn through the fly, Caruso added.

Alex Caruso becomes on of the three players who have won two titles since 2020. Kentavious Caldwell-Pope and Jrue Holiday are the other two players. By the way, Caldwell-Pope was Caruso's teammate at Los Angeles Lakers.