Authorities are currently investigating a burglary at a property reportedly connected to NBA star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, following reports of a break-in that occurred on Thursday night. The incident has sparked concern over a recent surge in burglaries targeting professional athletes nationwide. Law enforcement officials have warned sports leagues that thieves often strike on game days when players are away from home, frequently breaking through rear windows.
In response, the NBA issued a memo to teams in November urging players to enhance home security measures, including installing updated alarm systems with cameras, securing valu, valuables in locked safes, and removing online real estate listings that may reveal interior photos of their homes. The break-in mirrored a slew of burglaries at the homes of professional athletes across the U.S. in recent months.
Athletes whose homes have been burglarized include Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, his teammate Travis Kelce and Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow. BA stars Luka Doncic, Bobby Portis and NHL player Evgeni Malkin have also been targeted. Law enforcement officials have previously warned sports leagues that thieves have been striking on game days when they knew the players would not be home, often smashing through rear windows.
The NBA sent a memo to teams in November 2024 urging vigilance when it comes to home security. Among its recommendations, the league suggests players: install updated alarm systems with cameras and utilize them whenever leaving the home, keep valuables in locked and secured safes, remove online real estate listings that may show interior photos of a home, utilize protective guard services during extended trips away from home, and even have dogs assist with home protection.
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