Shai Gilgeous-Alexander continues to make history in a breakout season that’s positioning him as the 2024-25 NBA MVP frontrunner. With his 22-point performance against the Houston Rockets on Friday, the Oklahoma City Thunder star notched his 70th consecutive 20-point game, surpassing Michael Jordan for the third-longest streak in NBA history.
Despite the Thunder’s 11-game win streak coming to an end, Gilgeous-Alexander’s remarkable scoring consistency remains the story. He hasn’t scored fewer than 21 points since October 30, and he currently leads the NBA with 32.6 points per game, driving the Thunder to the league’s best record.
Now, only two legends stand ahead of him:
- Oscar Robertson with 76 straight games
- Wilt Chamberlain, who holds the record with 80 straight
Both streaks occurred during the 1963-64 NBA season, making SGA’s scoring run the most dominant in over 60 years.
With five regular-season games left, Gilgeous-Alexander would need to carry the streak into the 2025 NBA Playoffs to break Chamberlain’s record. Fortunately, that may not be a challenge—he scored 24+ points in all 10 playoff games last year.
While the scoring streak puts him in elite historical company, SGA’s ultimate goal remains clear: leading OKC to an NBA championship as they enter the playoffs as title favorites.
Key Highlights:
- Shai Gilgeous-Alexander passes Michael Jordan with 70 straight 20-point games
- Only Oscar Robertson and Wilt Chamberlain remain ahead
- SGA leads the NBA in scoring at 32.6 PPG
- Thunder hold best record in the league heading into postseason
