NBA star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, who sometimes goes by SGA, has been gaining attention for his standout performances on the court—especially in light of him winning the NBA’s Most Valuable Player of the season. Off the court, fans are increasingly curious about his personal life. At the center of that interest is wife Hailey Summers. While she tends to keep a low public profile, Hailey has been a steady presence in Shai’s life, occasionally appearing in his social media posts and court side at Oklahoma City Thunder games.
SGA paid special tribute to his wife in an emotional press conference on Wednesday after finding out he was named the 2025 MVP. The Thunder point guard said, “I wouldn’t be the player I am, I wouldn’t be the father I am without you.”
Curious to learn more about SGA’s wife? Here's five facts you need to know about Hailey Summers:
1. Hailey was a college athlete.
Like Shai, Hailey Summers has an athletic background of her own. She played NCAA Division I soccer at the University at Albany from 2017 to 2021 and served as team captain for at least two seasons. As a defender, she played a key role in helping the Lady Great Danes win the 2018 America East Championship—their third title in four years.
After graduating, she wrote on Instagram: “5 years later.. thank you soccer for everything but most importantly thank you for bringing me the best of friends I could ask for ❤️ #2 out.”
2. SGA and Hailey are high school sweethearts.
Hailey and Shai met in 2017, long before his NBA career took off. A fellow Canadian and high school athlete, she dated Shai for six years before he proposed in June 2023. The couple married in February 2024.
3. She’s a mom.
Their first child, a son named Ares Alexander, was born on April 25, 2024. On his first birthday, Hailey shared an Instagram photo with the caption, “Happy birthday to our little man, you complete us.”
4. SGA and Hailey are also pet parents.
While many pet owners flood their social media accounts with animal photos, Hailey and Shai have shown considerable restraint.
But the two have a dog named Echo, and apparently Shai and Echo have matching gold chains.
5. She has more than 75,000 Instagram followers.
Hailey maintains a low profile, and doesn't post to social media often. Her most recent post was April 25, an adorable candid shot of baby Ares, but she hasn’t posted anything from the NBA Playoffs yet.
Regardless, she has attracted more 75,000 Instagram followers to date. Meanwhile, Shai, with more than 4.1 million Instagram followers, is very active on social media, frequently posting both photos of his family as well as magazine covers and images tied to sponsors like Canada Goose and his new shoe line for Converse.
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