SGA OUT PAST ALL-STAR BREAK WITH ABDOMINAL STRAIN — Quick Facts
Thunder MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander out past All-Star break with abdominal strain, derailing his record chase for Wilt's 126 straight 20-point games.
Key Data Points
- SGA will miss at least five games through the All-Star break after suffering an abdominal strain in Tuesday's win over Orlando, extending his 121-game streak of 20-point games
- Thunder acquired Jared McCain from 76ers for a 2026 first-round pick and three second-rounders just as SGA went down, creating immediate opportunity for the struggling guard
- Oklahoma City maintains league-best 40-12 record but faces brutal stretch against Spurs, Rockets, Lakers, and Suns without their MVP who averages 31.8 points per game
Frequently Asked
- How long will SGA be out with abdominal strain?
- Shai Gilgeous-Alexander will miss at least five games through the All-Star break due to an abdominal strain suffered on February 3rd against the Magic, with a re-evaluation scheduled after the break.
- What is SGA's consecutive 20-point games streak?
- SGA extended his streak to 121 consecutive games with at least 20 points before his injury, putting him just five games away from Wilt Chamberlain's record of 126 straight games.
- What did the Thunder do after SGA got injured?
- The Thunder acquired guard Jared McCain from the 76ers in exchange for a 2026 first-round pick and three second-round picks, providing depth as SGA went down.
- What is Oklahoma City's record without SGA?
- The Thunder maintain a league-best 40-12 record despite SGA's injury, though they face a brutal stretch against playoff teams including the Spurs, Rockets, Lakers, and Suns.
- How many points per game does SGA average?
- Shai Gilgeous-Alexander averages 31.8 points per game, making him the league's second-leading scorer before his injury sideline him.