Border Patrol-involved shooting sparks reaction from former NBA star

January 25, 2026, 9:53 AM EST
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CITY, State (Fox News) — Former NBA star Isaiah Thomas expressed anger over a Border Patrol-involved shooting in Minnesota that resulted in the death of Alex J. Pretti.

## Key Facts:
– Pretti, a 37-year-old Minneapolis man, was fatally shot after confronting officers during a Department of Homeland Security operation.
– Thomas criticized federal officials for the incident, which led to the postponement of a Minnesota Timberwolves game.
– Border Patrol Commander Greg Bovino stated that the shooting occurred during an operation targeting an illegal immigrant with a criminal history.
– Pretti was armed with a handgun and had a lawful Permit to Carry.
– President Donald Trump questioned why local police were not involved in assisting during the confrontation.

## Conclusion:
The shooting involving Border Patrol in Minneapolis has sparked controversy and investigations led by DHS and the FBI.

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