Thunder's SGA breaks Wilt's record with 127th straight 20-point game

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's historic streak and subtle warning to the rest of the NBA

Mar. 13, 2026 at 6:03am

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Oklahoma City Thunder All-Star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander made NBA history by breaking Hall of Famer Wilt Chamberlain's 63-year-old record for most consecutive 20-point games, extending his streak to 127 games. Gilgeous-Alexander reflected on how he's evolved as one of the league's elite scorers, saying he's just continued to build his game and attack defenses with the tools he has, getting better each year.

Why it matters

Gilgeous-Alexander's historic scoring streak cements his status as one of the NBA's premier players and highlights the Thunder's rise as a Western Conference contender. His comments also serve as a subtle warning to the rest of the league about his continued improvement and the team's potential.

The details

In the Thunder's 104-102 win over the Boston Celtics, Gilgeous-Alexander scored 35 points, leading Oklahoma City to its seventh straight victory. He also became the first player since LeBron James in 2018 to record a game with 35+ points, 15+ assists, and zero turnovers.

  • Gilgeous-Alexander broke Wilt Chamberlain's 63-year-old record for most consecutive 20-point games on March 13, 2026.
  • The Thunder extended their win streak to seven games with the victory over the Celtics.

The players

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander

The Oklahoma City Thunder All-Star and reigning scoring champion, MVP, and Finals MVP, who has now set the NBA record for most consecutive 20-point games at 127.

Wilt Chamberlain

The Hall of Fame center whose 63-year-old record for most consecutive 20-point games Gilgeous-Alexander has now broken.

LeBron James

The Los Angeles Lakers All-Star who was the last player to record a game with 35+ points, 15+ assists, and zero turnovers before Gilgeous-Alexander accomplished the feat.

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What they’re saying

“Over the years, I've just built my game, seen defenses, and I just attack the defenses with the tools I have. It feels like each year I get better and better at doing so, and I think that's the reason. I just see coverages, learn from them, try to get better, and apply them when I can.”

— Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Thunder All-Star (clutchpoints.com)

What’s next

Gilgeous-Alexander and the Thunder will host Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves in a Western Conference Finals rematch at the Paycom Center on Sunday.

The takeaway

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's historic scoring streak and continued evolution as one of the NBA's elite players serves as a warning to the rest of the league about the Thunder's rising contender status in the Western Conference.