NBA Players: 3 Reasons why Shai Gilgeous-Alexander could be an All-Star this season

#2 Unselfish teammates in a system built for Gilgeous-Alexander

Steven Adams and Andre Roberson will take a backseat to Gilgeous-Alexander

As mentioned, the Oklahoma City Thunder roster is likely to change as the season progresses, although Gilgeous-Alexander is presently on a notably unselfish roster.

Steven Adams has spent years sacrificing his own numbers to ensure Russell Westbrook averaged an annual triple-double, while Andre Roberson flourishes by disrupting opposing teams without the ball in his hands. Elsewhere, Terrance Ferguson is increasingly looking like a 3-and-D role player, while Danilo Gallinari will be happy to stand on the wing and wait for open shots.

The unit of Roberson and Adams will be especially important, and the duo's role in Russell Westbrook's 2017 Most Valuable Player winning campaign was dramatically understated. Ultimately, Gilgeous-Alexander isn't on the most talented roster, although he has teammates that are willing to take a step back and enhance his push for an All-Star appearance.