Thunder Guard Makes History in Win Over Celtics

Oklahoma City Thunder superstar Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has etched his name into the NBA record books, surpassing Wilt Chamberlain’s longstanding streak of consecutive games with at least 20 points. The historic moment occurred during the Thunder’s 104-102 victory over the Boston Celtics on Thursday night.

Gilgeous-Alexander secured the record with a jump shot in the third quarter, triggering a standing ovation and chants of “MVP” from the Paycom Center crowd. He finished the game with 35 points and nine assists.

A Streak of Unprecedented Consistency

Gilgeous-Alexander’s streak began on November 1, 2024 and now stands at an impressive 127 games. He has averaged 32.5 points during this remarkable run. This surpasses Chamberlain’s previous record of 126 consecutive 20-point games, a mark that had stood for over six decades.

The closest other players have arrive are Oscar Robertson with 79 games, and Kevin Durant and Michael Jordan, both with 72.

Team Success Fuels Individual Achievement

The most important thing is that we won a lot of games during this series, said Gilgeous-Alexander. ESPN

Despite the individual accomplishment, Gilgeous-Alexander emphasized the importance of team success. I’ve had so much fun over the last year and a half, probably because we’ve won so much, he stated.

Opponents Acknowledge SGA’s Greatness

Even opponents recognize the Thunder star’s exceptional consistency and work ethic. Celtics star Jaylen Brown offered high praise, stating, You have to respect him and his work ethic. The sign of greatness is consistency – and that’s exactly what he shows. ESPN

FAQ

• How long was Wilt Chamberlain’s streak? Wilt Chamberlain held the record for 126 consecutive 20-point games.
• When did Shai Gilgeous-Alexander start his streak? The streak began on November 1, 2024.
• What was Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s point total in the record-breaking game? He scored 35 points against the Boston Celtics.