Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) brings the ball up court against the Charlotte Hornets during the second half at Spectrum Center. Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

Thunder's Shai Gilgeous-Alexander furthers pursuit of NBA record

By Mike J. Asti | Last updated Nov 15, 2025 11:31 PM ET

At first glance, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's 33-point performance in the Oklahoma City Thunder's Saturday 109-96 win may seem like just another big game for the NBA's reigning MVP. However, Gilgeous-Alexander's most recent monster game actually furthered his pursuit of history.

As one of the most consistent players ever, Gilgeous-Alexander has now scored at least 20 points in 86 consecutive games. He also showed why he's the total package against Charlotte by adding four rebounds, seven assists and two steals in 29 minutes.

The 27-year-old three-time All-Star is now in a firm position of the third-longest streak with at least 20 points in NBA history. Back on Nov. 2, Gilgeous-Alexander surpassed Oscar Robertson to sit behind just one man, Wilt Chamberlain, who holds two separate streaks.

Chamberlain's league record is 126 games, spanning two years from October 19, 1961, to January 19, 1963. The legendary scorer also reached the milestone in 92-straight games from February 26, 1963, to March 18, 1964.

SATURDAY'S FINAL SCORES

SGA records 20+ points for the 86th straight game as the @okcthunder win their 5th straight game!

Chet Holmgren: 25 PTS, 8 REB
Isaiah Hartenstein: 12 PTS, 12 REB, 5 AST
Moussa Diabaté: 13 PTS, 11 REB, 6-7 FGM https://t.co/4Jz9ZtegAx pic.twitter.com/0SK9NPmWQV
— NBA (@NBA) November 16, 2025

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is only getting better from here

Gilgeous-Alexander entered the 2025-26 season having registered 20 or more points in 72 games in a row, dating back to November 1, 2024. And to further explain his dominance, Gilgeous-Alexander has actually reached 30 points in 12 of his 14 games played so far this season.

Showing no signs of slowing down, the 2025 NBA Finals MVP is averaging 32.5 points, 5.2 boards and 6.6 assists. If he keeps up his current pace, Gilgeous-Alexander will carry a scoring average of over 30 points for the fourth straight year.

But it's well documented that Gilgeous-Alexander cares about winning above all else. And if he stays at this level, the 13-1 Thunder may repeat as NBA champions, placing the budding future Hall of Famer among the all-time greats who have led a team to back-to-back championships.

Mike J. Asti

Mike Asti is an experienced media personality and journalist with a vast resume and skillset, most notably from time with TribLIVE Radio and WPXI-TV. Asti now serves as the Managing Editor of WV Sports Now, where he leads the coverage of WVU sports. He has also covered the Steelers, Penguins, Pirates and other teams within the Pittsburgh market

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