Russell Westbrook Holds Oklahoma City Thunder Playoff Scoring Records

Russell Westbrook dominates the Oklahoma City Thunder’s record books for single-game playoff scoring, holding the top five spots in franchise history.

Westbrook’s highest scoring output came on April 19, 2017, during Game 2 of the Western Conference First Round against the Houston Rockets, where he recorded 51 points in a 115-111 loss. He also tallied 13 assists, 10 rebounds, four steals, and a block, shooting 17-for-43 from the field. Just six days later, on April 25, 2017, Westbrook posted 47 points in a 105-99 defeat to Houston, a game that ultimately eliminated the Thunder from the playoffs.

His dominance continued into the 2018 playoffs, with 46 points in a 96-91 loss to the Utah Jazz on April 27, 2018, and 45 points in a 107-99 victory over the Jazz on April 25, 2018. Westbrook’s earliest entry on the list dates back to the 2012 NBA Finals, where he scored 43 points against LeBron James and the Miami Heat in a narrow 104-98 defeat on June 12, 2012. This remarkable consistency highlights Westbrook’s ability to elevate his game on the biggest stage.

These performances occurred during pivotal moments in Thunder history, including their 2012 Finals appearance and several deep playoff runs with teammates like Kevin Durant and James Harden. The Thunder recently won their first NBA title in the 2024-25 season, demonstrating the franchise’s continued success, but Westbrook’s individual scoring records remain a testament to a particularly dominant era for the team. You can find more information about the NBA’s history on the official NBA website.

Team officials stated today, 2025-10-14 17:15:00, that they are continuing to analyze historical data to further understand the impact of individual performances on team success, as detailed in their Thunder Playoff History Archive.