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Wilt Chamberlain Ties Record with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander

2026-06-23 · Wilt Chamberlain · Player Focus

Wilt Chamberlain Ties Record with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander

Wilt Chamberlain's record for consecutive 20-point games has been tied by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander with 126 games.

What happened?

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander achieved this feat on Monday night in OKC's home game against Denver. He hit the 20-point mark with a 3-pointer with 2:27 left in the third quarter.

Why it matters for Wilt Chamberlain

Wilt Chamberlain's record has stood for decades, and this tie is a significant milestone in NBA history. Gilgeous-Alexander can claim sole possession of the title when OKC hosts Boston at 8:30 p.m. CT Thursday.

What comes next?

The Thunder will face the Celtics, and Gilgeous-Alexander will have the opportunity to break the record. As of March 2026, Gilgeous-Alexander has scored 20 points in 126 consecutive games, matching Wilt Chamberlain's record. The OKC Thunder won the game against the Nuggets 129-126, with Gilgeous-Alexander scoring 35 points. He made the game-winning 3-point shot to secure the win. The longest streaks of 20-point games are now led by Wilt Chamberlain and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, with 126 games each. Gilgeous-Alexander's performance has been impressive, and he continues to make history in the NBA. The OKC Thunder will look to continue their winning streak with Gilgeous-Alexander leading the team.

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