Shai Gilgeous-Alexander ties Wilt Chamberlain's NBA scoring record

The Oklahoma City Thunder guard has scored at least 20 points in 126 straight games.

Published on Mar. 10, 2026

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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, the Oklahoma City Thunder guard and reigning NBA MVP, has tied Wilt Chamberlain's record of scoring at least 20 points in 126 consecutive games. Gilgeous-Alexander hit a 3-pointer late in the third quarter against the Denver Nuggets on Monday night to reach 22 points, tying the record set by Chamberlain from 1961 to 1963.

Why it matters

Gilgeous-Alexander's record-tying performance is a testament to his remarkable consistency and scoring ability over the past several seasons. Matching a feat accomplished by the legendary Wilt Chamberlain further solidifies Gilgeous-Alexander's status as one of the NBA's elite players.

The details

Gilgeous-Alexander could break the record on Thursday when the Thunder host the Boston Celtics. During his streak, the 24-year-old has recorded five games of at least 50 points, including a career-high 55 points earlier this season against the Indiana Pacers. He was last held under 20 points on October 30, 2024 against the San Antonio Spurs.

  • Gilgeous-Alexander tied the record on March 10, 2026.
  • He could break the record on March 13, 2026 when the Thunder host the Celtics.

The players

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander

The 24-year-old Oklahoma City Thunder guard and reigning NBA MVP.

Wilt Chamberlain

The legendary NBA player who set the previous record of 126 straight games with at least 20 points from 1961 to 1963.

David Adelman

The head coach of the Denver Nuggets.

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What they’re saying

“The name that he is up there with is Wilt. If you love this game, you should love the history of it. And for him and for Wilt, to talk about him again and again and again on his records — it just says a lot about Shai's career, the consistency that he's shown over the years.”

— David Adelman, Denver Nuggets Head Coach

What’s next

Gilgeous-Alexander will have the opportunity to break Chamberlain's record when the Thunder host the Boston Celtics on March 13, 2026.

The takeaway

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's record-tying performance is a remarkable achievement that solidifies his status as one of the NBA's elite players. His consistency and scoring prowess over the past several seasons have drawn comparisons to the legendary Wilt Chamberlain, further cementing his place in league history.