Shai Gilgeous-Alexander ties Wilt Chamberlain’s record of 126 straight games with at least 20 points | National Sports

OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has tied Wilt Chamberlain’s record by scoring at least 20 points in 126 consecutive games.

The Oklahoma City Thunder guard and reigning MVP hit a 3-pointer late in the third quarter Monday night against Denver to reach 22 points. Gilgeous-Alexander could break the record Thursday at home against the Boston Celtics.

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