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Gilgeous-Alexander Ties Chamberlain’s 20-Point Streak With Game-Winner in Thunder’s 129–126 Win Over Nuggets

The MVP guard can surpass Wilt Chamberlain’s 63-year-old mark in Oklahoma City’s next game against Boston.

Overview

  • Shai Gilgeous-Alexander hit the decisive three with under three seconds left to seal Oklahoma City’s 129–126 victory over Denver.
  • He finished with 35 points, a career-high 15 assists and nine rebounds, reaching 20-plus points for the 126th straight game to tie the record.
  • The guard’s streak survived a recent injury layoff and positions him to set a new mark in the upcoming matchup with the Celtics.
  • Nikola Jokić posted 32 points, 14 rebounds and 13 assists for Denver in the loss.
  • Cleveland beat Philadelphia 115–101 as James Harden scored 21 and became the ninth NBA player to surpass 29,000 career points.