Before the Oklahoma City Thunder took on the Milwaukee Bucks in a marquee cross-conference showdown on Sunday, the NBA made a historic announcement: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has joined Michael Jordan in elite company.
The Thunder star became just the second player in the last 40 years-alongside Jordan (1986-1993)-to record 40 or more games with at least 30 points in three consecutive seasons.
The milestone highlights Gilgeous-Alexander's rise as he continues to lead the West-leading Thunder with MVP-caliber performances.
Entering Sunday's game, he was averaging an impressive 33.0 points, 5.1 rebounds and 6.2 assists per contest. His ability to score at will, facilitate for teammates and take over games in crunch time has propelled OKC to the top of the Western Conference standings.
Gilgeous-Alexander wasted no time living up to the moment, leading Oklahoma City's 121-105 victory over Milwaukee.
The All-Star guard dropped 31 points and dished out eight assists, further solidifying his status as one of the league's most dominant scorers.
While comparisons to Jordan are lofty, SGA's consistency and efficiency put him in rarefied air. As the Thunder make their push for a deep playoff run, Gilgeous-Alexander continues proving that he belongs among the NBA's elite. With each historic performance, he's not just following in Jordan's footsteps-he's carving out his own legacy.
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This story was originally published March 17, 2025 at 12:38 AM.