Alex Caruso's Outfit at Thunder's NBA Championship Parade Is Going Viral
Alex Caruso's Outfit at Thunder's NBA Championship Parade Is Going Viral originally appeared on Athlon Sports.
It was a hot summer day in downtown Oklahoma City, and Thunder fans packed the streets to celebrate the franchise's first NBA title. The energy was electric, the players were in great spirits, and the internet quickly found its new obsession: Alex Caruso.
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The 31-year-old guard played a key role in the Thunder's championship run, helping them win their first NBA title and earning his second ring. His first came in 2020 with the Los Angeles Lakers.
But what had everyone talking at the championship parade wasn't just his on-court contributions; it was his outfit.
Caruso rocked a shirt that immediately turned heads. What's on it? A Mount Rushmore-style design featuring his face in all four presidential spots, along with a nod to his Lakers championship ring.
The internet ran wild with reactions.
This commenter said: "AC is such a vibe."
"Celebrating Mount Rushmore Season," posted here.
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"That's my GOAT," said this fan.
This fan is jealous of the shirt and wants one for himself: "I need this shirt."
"TWO TIME CHAMPION AC," posted a fan.
One fan said: "Insane aura."
Oklahoma City Thunder guard Alex Caruso (9).Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images
Caruso's numbers backed up his confidence. In the regular season, he averaged 7.1 points across 54 games while logging 19.3 minutes per game. He elevated his game in the postseason, averaging 9.2 points in 24.4 minutes over 23 playoff games.
In Game 7 of the NBA Finals, Caruso played 32 minutes and scored 10 points. His best performance came in Game 4, where he dropped 20 points in a 111-104 win.
Caruso is signed with the Thunder through the 2028-29 season. He'll be an unrestricted free agent in 2029-30 at age 35.
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This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 24, 2025, where it first appeared.
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