Topic / Subject

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 35 points and broke Wilt Chamberlain’s streak record as the Thunder edged the Celtics 104-102.

TL;DR

SGA made history against Boston, and Oklahoma City got a tight win with it. The Celtics were short-handed, but the Thunder still walked away with a statement finish in a playoff-style game.

Key Details

• Per Reuters, Gilgeous-Alexander set a new mark with his 127th straight 20-point game.

• Oklahoma City beat Boston 104-102.

• Chet Holmgren sealed the win at the line in the final second.

• Jaylen Brown scored 34 points for Boston.

• Jayson Tatum and Derrick White were both out for the Celtics.

Breakdown

The biggest story here was Shai Gilgeous-Alexander making history. Passing Wilt Chamberlain for 127 straight 20-point games is the kind of stat that makes people stop, especially because it happened in a close game against one of the league’s biggest contenders.

For Oklahoma City, this was more than just a record night. It was another win that showed the Thunder can stay calm late, make enough plays, and trust their stars in big moments. That matters in March when every result starts getting read through a playoff lens.

Boston can point to the missing firepower because Tatum and White were out, and that is fair context. Still, the Celtics got 34 from Jaylen Brown and nearly stole it anyway. Even in a loss, they looked competitive against one of the West’s best teams.

What to Watch Next

• Whether the Thunder keep stacking signature wins before the playoffs

• How Boston handles the seeding race while short-handed

• If SGA can keep stretching the new record

• Whether this matchup previews a possible Finals conversation

Sources

Reuters — Shai Gilgeous-Alexander breaks Wilt’s record as Thunder edge Celtics

NBA.com — Boston Celtics vs Oklahoma City Thunder Mar 12, 2026

ESPN — NBA Basketball News Archive – March 2026

Comment

How much should Boston fans care about this loss with Tatum and Derrick White out?