Gilgeous-Alexander Ties Wilt's Streak
Oklahoma City's Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has matched Wilt Chamberlain's record with his 126th consecutive game scoring 20+ points — only the second player in NBA history to achieve this feat. His consistency has been central to OKC's playoff push and cements his status as one of the league's premier scorers. Meanwhile, Bam Adebayo became just the second Heat player ever to reach 10,000 career points, joining Dwyane Wade in franchise history.
Wilt Chamberlain’s original streak of 126 games with 20 or more points spanned from October 19, 1961, to January 19, 1963. During that dominant stretch, Chamberlain averaged an incredible 49.2 points per game and at one point scored 50 or more in seven consecutive games. Gilgeous-Alexander's historic run began on October 30, 2024. He tied the record on March 9, 2026, against the Denver Nuggets with a step-back three-pointer in the third quarter. The reigning MVP will have a chance to break the 63-year-old record at home against the Boston Celtics. The streak has been a cornerstone of the Thunder's dominant season as they push for a title. Last season, Oklahoma City had a league-best +1,055 point differential, and this year they have established themselves as a championship contender. While Bam Adebayo is now the second player in Heat history to score 10,000 points, he still has a way to go to catch the franchise leader, Dwyane Wade, who retired with 21,556 points for Miami. Drafted primarily for his defense, Adebayo has significantly evolved his offensive game. He is on pace to average at least 18 points per game for the sixth consecutive season, showcasing his development into a consistent scoring threat. Adebayo's value to the Heat is immense; the team has outscored opponents by 14.1 points per 100 possessions with him on the floor. When he's on the bench, they are outscored by an average of nine points per 100 possessions. The three-time All-Star is also climbing the Heat's all-time rebounding list. He recently passed Udonis Haslem to become the franchise's all-time defensive rebounding leader and is closing in on Haslem's overall rebounding record.
