Shai Gilgeous-Alexander surpasses Michael Jordan with 70th consecutive 20-point game

In the United States, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander of the Oklahoma City Thunder recorded his 70th consecutive game scoring 20 points on April 4, 2025, during a match against the Houston Rockets. This remarkable achievement allowed him to surpass Michael Jordan's 69-game streak from the 1990-91 season and marked the first time a player reached a 70-game scoring streak since the 1960s. Notably, Gilgeous-Alexander scored 22 points in the game, although the Thunder ultimately lost to the Rockets 125-111, ending their impressive 11-game winning streak. Gilgeous-Alexander's streak commenced on November 1, when he scored 30 points against the Portland Trail Blazers. Throughout the season, there was only one game where he failed to score at least 20 points, which occurred in a win against the San Antonio Spurs, where he managed to score 18. This consistent performance has solidified his position among the elite NBA players, with the streak now positioned fourth in the all-time single-season list, behind Wilt Chamberlain's 80-game streaks in the 1961-62 and 1963-64 seasons, and Oscar Robertson's 76-game streak in 1963-64. Meanwhile, in the Canadian Hockey League, Gavin McKenna, a forward for the Medicine Hat Tigers, also made headlines by extending his point streak to 45 games as of April 4, a significant achievement that ties him for the second-longest run since 2000 within the league. This streak has drawn attention to his potential as the top prospect for the 2026 NHL draft. McKenna, already regarded as a generational talent, showcased his capabilities with two assists in a recent playoff victory over the Swift Current Broncos. His performance in the playoffs has further validated his exceptional abilities and contributions on the ice this season. With both athletes achieving remarkable streaks in their respective sports, they have captured the attention of fans and sports analysts alike. The achievements of Gilgeous-Alexander in basketball and McKenna in hockey underline the emerging talents within their fields, and while Gilgeous-Alexander's historic scoring streak came to a short halt, his legendary run and McKenna's scoring streak continue to inspire upcoming athletes across both leagues.