Shai Gilgeous-Alexander ties Wilt Chamberlain's 20-point streak record

Oklahoma City Thunder star matches NBA legend's long-standing mark of 126 consecutive regular-season games with 20+ points

Published on Mar. 10, 2026

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Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has tied Wilt Chamberlain's NBA record of 126 consecutive regular-season games with at least 20 points. Gilgeous-Alexander reached the milestone on Monday night with a 35-point, 15-assist performance in the Thunder's 129-126 win over the Denver Nuggets. The 24-year-old has emerged as one of the league's elite scorers, leading the Thunder to the NBA title last season and establishing himself as an MVP candidate this year.

Why it matters

Wilt Chamberlain's scoring records are among the most untouchable in NBA history, making Gilgeous-Alexander's feat all the more impressive. This streak highlights the Thunder star's remarkable consistency and scoring prowess, cementing his status as one of the game's brightest young talents.

The details

Gilgeous-Alexander's 20-point streak began on March 10, 2025 and has now reached 126 games, matching Chamberlain's long-standing mark set between the 1961-62 and 1962-63 seasons. During the streak, the Thunder have compiled a 102-24 record, while Gilgeous-Alexander has averaged 32.5 points per game on 53.5% shooting. His highest-scoring game during the run was a 55-point outburst against the Indiana Pacers on October 23.

  • Gilgeous-Alexander's streak began on March 10, 2025.
  • He tied Wilt Chamberlain's record of 126 consecutive 20-point games on March 10, 2026.

The players

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander

A 24-year-old guard for the Oklahoma City Thunder who is one of the NBA's elite scorers, leading the team to the championship last season and emerging as an MVP candidate this year.

Wilt Chamberlain

A legendary NBA player who held numerous scoring records, including a 126-game streak of 20-point games that stood for over 60 years until Gilgeous-Alexander matched it.

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What they’re saying

“It's crazy to think that where I was 10 years ago, I'd be here today.”

— Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (wbal.com)

“To be honest with you, I try to not even think about it — especially during the season. So much is going on, so many things have to go right for you to get what you ultimately want, and that gets 100% of my focus, especially basketball-wise.”

— Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (wbal.com)

What’s next

Gilgeous-Alexander will have a chance to extend his streak to 127 games when the Thunder face the Boston Celtics on Thursday.

The takeaway

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's historic scoring streak not only cements his status as one of the NBA's brightest young stars, but also highlights the remarkable longevity and consistency required to match an all-time great like Wilt Chamberlain. This achievement underscores Gilgeous-Alexander's elite skill and the Thunder's success in building a championship-caliber team around him.