Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Breaks Wilt Chamberlain's NBA Record

Thunder star's streak of 20-point games could continue to grow

Mar. 13, 2026 at 4:04am

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Oklahoma City Thunder superstar Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has broken Wilt Chamberlain's longstanding NBA record for most consecutive games with 20 or more points. SGA's streak now stands at 127 games, surpassing Chamberlain's previous mark of 126. The question now is how long Gilgeous-Alexander's historic run can continue.

Why it matters

Wilt Chamberlain's records have long been considered untouchable, so Gilgeous-Alexander's achievement is a testament to his elite scoring ability and consistency. This record further cements SGA's status as one of the NBA's premier players and a rising superstar.

The details

Gilgeous-Alexander tied Chamberlain's record on Monday with a 35-point performance and game-winning three-pointer against the Denver Nuggets. He officially broke the record on Thursday night against the Boston Celtics, hitting a smooth fadeaway jumper in the third quarter to surpass Chamberlain's mark of 126 consecutive 20-point games. The Paycom Center crowd erupted as SGA's shot found the net, celebrating the historic moment.

  • Gilgeous-Alexander tied Chamberlain's record on Monday, March 11, 2026.
  • Gilgeous-Alexander broke the record on Thursday, March 13, 2026.

The players

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander

The 24-year-old Oklahoma City Thunder superstar who has emerged as one of the NBA's elite scorers, leading the league in points per game last season and now owning the record for most consecutive 20-point games.

Wilt Chamberlain

The legendary NBA player who previously held the record for most consecutive 20-point games at 126, a mark that stood for decades until Gilgeous-Alexander surpassed it.

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What’s next

With 15 games left in the regular season, Gilgeous-Alexander's streak is likely to continue growing, barring any unforeseen circumstances. The Thunder's remaining schedule includes some tough opponents, but SGA has proven capable of scoring 20+ points against any team.

The takeaway

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's historic achievement in breaking Wilt Chamberlain's long-standing NBA record is a testament to his elite scoring ability and consistency. At just 24 years old, SGA has cemented his status as one of the league's premier players and a rising superstar, further solidifying Oklahoma City's bright future.