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Gilgeous-Alexander Ties Chamberlain with Game-Winning Heroics

3/11/2026

Summary

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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander tied Wilt Chamberlain's record for most consecutive 20-point games in the Oklahoma City Thunder's 129-126 win over the Denver Nuggets.
Gilgeous-Alexander scored 35 points, 15 assists, and zero turnovers, making him the second NBA player to post that stat line.
He hit the game-winning three-pointer with 2.7 seconds left to seal the victory.
Nuggets forward Nikola Jokic praised the achievement, and Oklahoma City improved to 51-15, a contender.

History

Historical Context

Wilt Chamberlain's historic 100-point game on March 2, 1962, remains a pinnacle of basketball achievement, showcasing his unmatched scoring ability. That season, he averaged an astounding 50.4 points per game, a record that still stands. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's recent performance, matching Chamberlain's consecutive scoring feat, highlights the enduring legacy of individual excellence in the NBA, as the Oklahoma City Thunder boasts a strong 51-15 record.

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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander tied Wilt Chamberlain's record for most consecutive 20-point games in the Oklahoma City Thunder's 129-126 win over the Denver Nuggets.
Gilgeous-Alexander scored 35 points, 15 assists, and zero turnovers, making him the second NBA player to post that stat line.
He hit the game-winning three-pointer with 2.7 seconds left to seal the victory.
Nuggets forward Nikola Jokic praised the achievement, and Oklahoma City improved to 51-15, a contender.

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