Gilgeous-Alexander extends record 20-point streak as Thunder win 8th straight

Oklahoma City defeats Minnesota Timberwolves 116-103 behind Gilgeous-Alexander's 20 points and 10 assists

Mar. 15, 2026 at 8:05pm

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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 20 points and dished out 10 assists as the Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Minnesota Timberwolves 116-103 on Sunday, extending Gilgeous-Alexander's record streak of games with at least 20 points to 128. Chet Holmgren added 21 points and 9 rebounds for the Thunder, who improved to a league-best 53-15 on the season. Julius Randle led the Timberwolves with 32 points in the loss.

Why it matters

Gilgeous-Alexander's historic scoring streak is a testament to his consistent dominance, and the Thunder's eighth straight win solidifies their status as one of the NBA's elite teams this season. The game also highlighted the Thunder's defensive prowess, forcing 22 Timberwolves turnovers while committing just 7 of their own.

The details

Gilgeous-Alexander scored 20 points, including a key free throw in the final minutes to extend his record streak, and added 10 assists to lead the Thunder. Chet Holmgren had 21 points and 9 rebounds, while Isaiah Joe chipped in 20 points off the bench. The Thunder forced 22 Timberwolves turnovers and attempted 101 shots compared to Minnesota's 77.

  • The Thunder extended their winning streak to 8 games on Sunday, March 15, 2026.
  • Gilgeous-Alexander's streak of 20-point games now stands at 128 consecutive contests.

The players

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander

A 24-year-old point guard for the Oklahoma City Thunder who is in the midst of a historic 128-game streak of scoring at least 20 points per game.

Chet Holmgren

A 21-year-old power forward/center for the Oklahoma City Thunder who had 21 points and 9 rebounds in the win over the Timberwolves.

Julius Randle

A 28-year-old power forward for the Minnesota Timberwolves who led his team with 32 points in the loss.

Anthony Edwards

A 22-year-old shooting guard for the Minnesota Timberwolves who scored 19 points in the game.

Isaiah Joe

A 24-year-old shooting guard for the Oklahoma City Thunder who scored 20 points off the bench.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident (San Francisco Chronicle)

The takeaway

Gilgeous-Alexander's historic scoring streak and the Thunder's dominant defensive performance showcase the team's ability to win in a variety of ways, cementing their status as one of the NBA's top contenders this season.