Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Breaks Wilt Chamberlain's 20-Point Streak Record

The Oklahoma City Thunder guard scored 20+ points for the 127th consecutive game, surpassing Chamberlain's previous record.

Mar. 13, 2026 at 7:30am

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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, the star guard for the Oklahoma City Thunder, has broken Wilt Chamberlain's long-standing record for the most consecutive games with 20 or more points. Gilgeous-Alexander reached the milestone of 127 straight 20-point games during Thursday night's matchup against the Boston Celtics, surpassing Chamberlain's previous record of 126 games set in the early 1960s.

Why it matters

Gilgeous-Alexander's historic streak highlights his remarkable consistency and scoring prowess, cementing his status as one of the NBA's elite players. The record was previously held by the legendary Wilt Chamberlain, making Gilgeous-Alexander's achievement all the more impressive.

The details

Gilgeous-Alexander reached the 20-point mark in the third quarter against the Celtics, hitting a jumper from beyond the free-throw line to push his total to 21 points on the night. The crowd erupted in applause, recognizing the significance of the moment. Earlier in the game, Gilgeous-Alexander had struggled to score, not registering his first points until midway through the first quarter, but he ultimately finished with 27 points to extend his record-breaking streak.

  • Gilgeous-Alexander's streak began on October 30, 2024 against the San Antonio Spurs.
  • He tied Chamberlain's previous record of 126 games on Monday, March 11, 2026 against the Denver Nuggets.
  • Gilgeous-Alexander broke the record on Thursday, March 13, 2026 against the Boston Celtics.

The players

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander

The star guard for the Oklahoma City Thunder, who has emerged as one of the NBA's elite players and is the reigning scoring champion.

Wilt Chamberlain

The legendary NBA player who previously held the record for most consecutive games with 20 or more points, a feat he accomplished in the early 1960s.

Mark Daigneault

The head coach of the Oklahoma City Thunder, who praised Gilgeous-Alexander's consistent focus and work ethic.

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What they’re saying

“That's the impressive thing about him. Human nature is that you have success, you ease a little bit, and he's the opposite. He tastes it, he wants more, he wants to come back for seconds.”

— Mark Daigneault, Head Coach, Oklahoma City Thunder

What’s next

Gilgeous-Alexander will look to extend his record-breaking streak as the Thunder continue their pursuit of the NBA championship. The team currently has the league's best record and is considered a top contender.

The takeaway

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's historic accomplishment underscores his elite-level talent and relentless drive to improve. His record-breaking streak is a testament to his consistency, work ethic, and ability to perform at the highest level night after night, cementing his status as one of the NBA's brightest young stars.