Shai Gilgeous-Alexander put on a masterful performance, but it wasn’t enough to propel Canada to the Olympic semifinals.

The French team dominated from start to finish, ultimately eliminating the Canadians from the tournament with an 82-73 victory.

Gilgeous-Alexander was a standout, pouring in 27 points, grabbing 5 rebounds, and dishing out 4 assists. Despite his heroics, the rest of the Canadian team struggled to find their rhythm, leaving the scoring burden squarely on the NBA star’s shoulders.

In a candid post-game interview, Shai acknowledged Canada’s shortcomings, admitting that their performance wasn’t deserving of a win. While the loss is undoubtedly a bitter pill to swallow for the Canadian team and its fans, Gilgeous-Alexander’s performance has undoubtedly solidified his status as one of the game’s brightest stars.

As Canada reflects on their Olympic journey, they will undoubtedly look to build on the foundation laid by players like Shai Gilgeous-Alexander.