Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Scores 40 Points in OKC's Win Over Wizards

Thunder extend win streak to 11 games behind MVP's latest dominant performance.

Mar. 22, 2026 at 2:06pm

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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, the reigning NBA Most Valuable Player, recorded his seventh 40-point game of the season to lead the Oklahoma City Thunder to a 132-111 road victory over the Washington Wizards. The win extended the Thunder's winning streak to 11 games.

Why it matters

Gilgeous-Alexander's scoring outbursts have been a key factor in the Thunder's surge up the Western Conference standings. As one of the league's most dynamic young stars, his continued excellence could propel OKC to a deep playoff run.

The details

Gilgeous-Alexander poured in 40 points on 14-of-22 shooting, adding 7 rebounds and 6 assists to his stat line. The Thunder built a double-digit lead in the first half and cruised to the comfortable win, their 11th in a row.

  • The game took place on March 22, 2026.

The players

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander

The reigning NBA Most Valuable Player, Gilgeous-Alexander is a 24-year-old point guard for the Oklahoma City Thunder.

Oklahoma City Thunder

The NBA franchise based in Oklahoma City, currently riding an 11-game winning streak.

Washington Wizards

The NBA team based in Washington, D.C. that lost to the Thunder in this game.

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What they’re saying

“Shai just continues to amaze us with his scoring ability and leadership. He's taken his game to another level this season.”

— Mark Daigneault, Head Coach, Oklahoma City Thunder

The takeaway

Gilgeous-Alexander's dominant scoring performances have been a driving force behind the Thunder's impressive winning streak, cementing his status as one of the NBA's premier young stars and putting OKC in position for a deep playoff run.