Chet Holmgren jokes about Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's scoring streak
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 24, 2026, 6:18 AM
Last updated Oct 24, 2026
On October 24, Chet Holmgren recounted a humorous moment regarding Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's halted scoring streak during the Thunder's game against the Denver Nuggets. Gilgeous-Alexander ended his NBA-record run of 141 consecutive regular-season games with at least 20 points, finishing with 17 in Oklahoma City’s 96-84 win. Holmgren asked his teammate if he wanted to shoot some late 3-pointers to extend the streak, to which Gilgeous-Alexander declined and opted to substitute out instead. Holmgren praised Gilgeous-Alexander for his selflessness and work ethic, highlighting his leadership qualities while noting his teammate's choice in the moment. The Thunder secured their victory with a strong team performance despite the end of the scoring streak.
- •Gilgeous-Alexander finishes with 17 points against the Nuggets
- •He ends historic run of 141 consecutive games with 20 or more points
- •Holmgren jokingly offered to help him keep the streak alive
- •Gilgeous-Alexander opted to exit the game instead of shooting more
- •Thunder win the game 96-84, improving their season record
- 6:18 AMYahoo Sports — Thunder’s Chet Holmgren Shares Hilarious Confession About Shai Gilgeous-Alexander
"The Oklahoma City Thunder watched Shai Gilgeous-Alexander walk away from his historic scoring streak, but Chet Holmgren admitted he might have needed a few more shots first. The Thunder big man offered a funny account of the conversation before Gilgeous-Alexander checked out against the Denver Nuggets. Apparently, Holmgren was willing to help keep the streak […] The post Thunder’s Chet Holmgren Shares Hilarious Confession About Shai Gilgeous-Alexander appeared first on HEAVY.
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