Summary
Oklahoma City Thunder player Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 35 points, helping his team beat the Denver Nuggets in a close NBA game. Nikola Jokic praised Gilgeous-Alexander for matching an NBA record by scoring over 20 points in 126 straight games. The Thunder currently lead the NBA Western Conference, holding the best overall record.
Key Facts
- Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder won 129-126 against the Denver Nuggets.
- Gilgeous-Alexander made a game-winning three-pointer and finished with 35 points, 15 assists, and nine rebounds.
- He has tied an NBA record for scoring more than 20 points in 126 consecutive games.
- This record was previously set by NBA legend Wilt Chamberlain.
- Nikola Jokic had a triple-double with 32 points, 14 rebounds, and 13 assists in the game.
- The Thunder have the top spot in the Western Conference, with a record of 51 wins and 15 losses.
- The Nuggets are currently sixth in the Western Conference standings.
- Gilgeous-Alexander can break the record when the Thunder play the Boston Celtics next.
