Shai Gilgeous-Alexander breaks Wilt Chamberlain’s record with 127 consecutive 20-point games

A feat that seemed impossible to match

« It’s still a lot to take in, » Shai Gilgeous-Alexander shared after the game. « To be honest with you, I try not to even think about it, especially during the season. There’s so much going on. So many things have to align to get what you really want. That takes 100% of my attention, especially on the basketball side. But obviously, being in a conversation with a guy like that, it’s special. It’s crazy to think that 10 years ago, I would be here today. »

This exceptional streak began on November 1, 2024, during a victory against Portland Trail Blazers (137-114), where SGA scored 30 points. Since then, no team has managed to hold him below the 20-point mark. Chamberlain’s previous record seemed untouchable, especially since the Big Dipper averaged 49.2 points during his streak, compared to 32.5 for the Canadian.

SGA HAS PASSED WILT FOR THE LONGEST 20+ POINT STREAK IN NBA HISTORY 🚨

Shai: 127
Wilt: 126 pic.twitter.com/Fftlo3ISrY

— NBA (@NBA) March 13, 2026

Metronomic consistency that impresses his peers

Nikola Jokic, present during the game where SGA tied the record, didn’t hide his admiration: « I don’t think people realize how hard it is to do that. Scoring 20 points over 10 games, not 120 like him, that’s already special. He’s a special player. »

Gilgeous-Alexander’s performance impresses with its consistency. During his streak, he scored at least 20 points before the fourth quarter in 90% of his games. Even more remarkable, he didn’t play the final quarter in 30% of games, as the Thunder dominated their opponents so decisively.

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This consistency is explained by a complete game: SGA distributes his points in a balanced way across all areas of the court, from free throws (where he shoots 90%) to 3-pointers (39.3% since the 2024 All-Star Break), including an exceptional 60.1% on 2-pointers this season.

The Thunder (50-15), leaders of the Western Conference, compiled a record of 102-24 during this historic streak. For Gilgeous-Alexander, the reigning MVP and favorite to retain the title, this record adds to an already exceptional season where he’s averaging 31.6 points, 6.4 assists, and 4.4 rebounds per game.