Key Takeaways:
- Shai Gilgeous-Alexander surpassed Wilt Chamberlain’s record by making it 127 straight games with at least 20 points
- Chet Holmgren sealed Oklahoma City’s 104-102 win over Boston by sinking two free throws with 0.9 seconds left
- The Thunder secured their seventh consecutive victory, all following Gilgeous-Alexander’s return from an abdominal strain
Historic Achievement for Gilgeous-Alexander
Oklahoma City Thunder’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander set a new NBA benchmark by tallying his 127th consecutive game scoring 20 points or more, overtaking Wilt Chamberlain’s longstanding record which dated back to 1963. Gilgeous-Alexander reached this milestone with a midrange jumper midway through the third quarter, ultimately amassing 35 points, nine assists, and six rebounds while converting 13 of 18 from the field.
What a night in OKC ⚡️ pic.twitter.com/yebg62tRnW
— OKC THUNDER (@okcthunder) March 13, 2026
Final Minutes and Winning Plays
The contest in Oklahoma City remained tight throughout, culminating in a dramatic finish. With the score locked at 102 apiece, Chet Holmgren was fouled on the rebound with less than a second on the clock and subsequently made both free throws to give the Thunder the decisive edge. Boston’s Payton Pritchard attempted a late three-pointer but was off-target as the buzzer sounded.
In the closing stages, Gilgeous-Alexander repeatedly kept the Thunder in front, hitting key jumpers including one with just over a minute left to break a 98-all tie and another with 29.6 seconds remaining to put his side up 102-100. Jaylen Brown responded for the Celtics, matching the pressure with two late baskets, but Holmgren’s clutch plays proved crucial in the end.
Team and Player Performances
The Thunder extended their winning run to seven matches, a streak initiated with Gilgeous-Alexander’s return to the lineup after missing the All-Star Game due to an abdominal strain. Boston, currently holding second position in the Eastern Conference, were without Jayson Tatum as he continues his recovery from Achilles tendon surgery. Jaylen Brown led the Celtics with 34 points on the night.
| Team | Final Score | Top Scorer |
|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma City Thunder | 104 | Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (35 points) |
| Boston Celtics | 102 | Jaylen Brown (34 points) |
Upcoming Fixtures
- Nuggets will host Washington on Saturday
- Thunder are set to face Minnesota at home on Sunday
