Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is a Canadian professional basketball player who is also known by his initials “SGA” and was selected in the 1st round of the 2018 NBA Draft by the Charlotte Hornets.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Biography
| Full Name | Shai Aician Gilgeous-Alexander |
| Nickname | Shai Gilgeous-Alexander |
| Profession | Professional basketball player |
| Date of Birth | 12 July 1988 |
| Age | 27 years old (as of 2025) |
| Birth Place | Toronto, Ontario, Canada |
| Nationality | Canadian |
| Hometown | Toronto Ontario, Canada |
| Gender | Male |
| Zodiac Sign | Cancer |
| Ethnicity | African-Canadian |
| Religion | Christian |
| Social Media | Instagram X (Twitter) |
Education Qualification
| School | St. Thomas More Catholic Secondary School Sir Allan MacNab Secondary School Hamilton Heights Christian Academy (Tennessee, USA) |
| College | University of Kentucky |
| Education Qualification | Graduated |
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Age
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was born on 12 July 1998 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. He is 27 years old as of 2025, and his zodiac sign is Cancer.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Wife
| Marital Status | Married |
| Affairs/Girlfriend | Hailey Summers |
| Spouse/Wife | Hailey Summers (m. 2024) |
| Children | N/A |
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Family
| Father’s Name | Vaughn Alexander (former basketball player) |
| Mother’s Name | Charmaine Gilgeous (former track athlete) |
| Brother’s Name | Not known |
| Sister’s Name | Not known |
Career
| Debut | College – Kentucky (2017-18) |
| NBA Draft | 2018, 1st round, 11th pick |
| Drafted by | Charlotte Hornets |
| Award | 3-times – NBA All-Star 3-times – All-NBA First Team 2024-25 – NBA Most Valuable Player of the Year Bronze – 2023 FIBA World Cup Philippines-Japan-Indonesia Silver – 2016 FIBA Americas U-18 Championship Chile |
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Height And Weight
| Height (approx) | In centimeters – 198 cm In meters – 1.98 m In feet & inches – 6’6” |
| Weight (approx) | In kilograms – 88 kg In pounds – 195 lbs |
| Eye Colour | Black |
| Hair Colour | Black |
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Net Worth
| Net Worth (approx) | $90 million (as of 2025) |
| Annual Income (approx) | Update soon |
| Salary (approx) | $38.3 million (for 2025 season) |
| Contract (2027-30, 4-years) | $273,302,400 (with Oklahoma City Thunder) |
| Income sources | Salary, Contract, endorsement, etc. |
Some Lesser Facts About Shai Gilgeous-Alexander
- Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was born in Toronto, Ontario, and grew up in nearby Hamilton.
- His mother is a former professional track athlete who competed in the women’s 400-meter.
- His father is a former basketball player who played for Georges Vanier Secondary School in the early 1990s.
- He attended St. Thomas More Catholic Secondary School before transferring to Sir Allan MacNab Secondary School.
- His father coached him during his youth, and for his junior and senior years, he attended Heights Christian Academy in the USA.
- In early 2016, Shai participated in the Basketball Without Borders Camp.
- At the 2017 Nike Hoop Summit, he represented the World Select Team and scored eleven points in 21 minutes of action.
- He was named the most Valuable player of the Kentucky Derby Classic.
- He was selected by the Charlotte Hornets in the 2018 NBA Draft and was traded to the Los Angeles Clippers on the same day.
- At the 2018 NBA Summer League, he averaged 19 points, 4.8 rebounds, 4 assists, and 2.3 steals per game.
- His cousin is basketball player Nickeil Alexander Walker.
- Shai was coached by John Calipari at the University of Kentucky.
- He won a silver medal representing Canada at the FIBA Americas U-18 Championship.
- He was named NBA Finals MVP after leading the Thunder over the Pacers in 2025.
FAQ:
How old is Shai Gilgeous-Alexander?
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is 27 years old, as of 2025.
Who is Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s wife?
In 2024, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander married Hailey Summers, a basketball player.
What is Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s net worth?
As of 2025, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s estimated net worth is $90 million.