Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is the second-ever recipient of Hamilton’s key to the city. An NBA champion and MVP, Gilgeous-Alexander was embraced by the city as it held a Shai Rally Day, for which thousands of residents and supporters poured into Hamilton Stadium to celebrate his success.

It was a moment for the city, Canada and SGA’s fans from across the globe to show love to The Hammer’s most-prized athlete.

Gilgeous-Alexander, standing at the podium with tears in his eyes behind his sunglasses, showed how much the city and the honour of receiving the key meant to him.

These are the best quotes from SGA during his day in Hamilton.

‘When you’re from Hamilton, you get superpowers.’

“When you're from Hamilton you get superpowers.“Shai showing love to his city 🫶 pic.twitter.com/pJXaT7QbwC

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