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Gilgeous-Alexander Ties Wilt’s 20-Point Streak and Drains Buzzer-Beating 3 to Top Nuggets

The reigning MVP reinforced his repeat case by posting a rare 35-point, 15-assist, zero-turnover game for a short-handed Thunder.

Mar 9, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) is hit in the face by Denver Nuggets guard Christian Braun (0) after shooting during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images
OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA - JANUARY 27: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander #2 of the Oklahoma City Thunder runs down the floor during the first half against the New Orleans Pelicans at Paycom Center on January 27, 2026 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Joshua Gateley/Getty Images)
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander #2 of the Oklahoma City Thunder reacts after scoring during the fourth quarter of a game against the Denver Nuggets in Game Seven of the Western Conference Second Round NBA Playoffs at Paycom Center on May 18, 2025 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Joshua Gateley/Getty Images)
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Overview

  • Oklahoma City beat Denver 129-126 as Shai Gilgeous-Alexander hit a step-back 3-pointer with 2.7 seconds left after a frantic final minute.
  • He tied Wilt Chamberlain’s mark with his 126th straight game of 20 or more points, reaching the milestone in the third quarter.
  • Gilgeous-Alexander finished with 35 points, 15 assists and nine rebounds with zero turnovers, joining LeBron James as the only players to post 35+ points and 15+ assists without a turnover since 1977-78, per ESPN.
  • The Thunder won despite missing starters Jalen Williams (hamstring), Chet Holmgren (illness) and Isaiah Hartenstein (calf), as well as key reserve Alex Caruso (hip).
  • Oklahoma City remains atop the West and is 6-0 since Gilgeous-Alexander’s return, and he can break the record Thursday at home against Boston as sportsbooks list him as the clear MVP favorite.