Shai Gilgeous-Alexander passes Russell Westbrook in Thunder history with latest feat

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander delivered a virtuosic performance in Game 2 of the Western Conference Finals, lifting the Oklahoma City Thunder past the San Antonio Spurs, 122-113, at Paycom Center on Wednesday. Gilgeous-Alexander proved why he is the back-to-back MVP with game-highs of 30 points and nine assists on top of four rebounds, one steal, and two blocks. He also hit the dagger that secured the win for the Thunder, tying the best-of-seven series at 1-1. SGA, who shot 12-of-24 from the field, attacked the Spurs in every way imaginable, displaying his offensive arsenal.

The 27-year-old guard notched his 27th 30-point game in the playoffs. According to the NBA, he passed Russell Westbrook for the second-most in team history, trailing only Kevin Durant. SGA passes Russ 👏In tonight's Game 2 win, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander recorded his 27th career postseason game with 30+ PTS for the Thunder, passing Russell Westbrook (26) for the second-most such postseason games in franchise history.Only Kevin Durant (39) has more. — NBA (@nba.com) 2026-05-21T04:47:43.566Z At the rate he is going, Gilgeous-Alexander could break the record as early as next year. The Thunder bounced back after suffering a bitter defeat in double overtime in Game 1.

Gilgeous-Alexander scored 24 points, but he went 7-of-23 from the field—his worst accuracy since Game 1 against the Phoenix Suns in the first round. He has already done what Westbrook and Durant failed to do in Oklahoma City: Win a championship. Now, he wants to further cement his legacy by defending the throne. SGA is locked in, and the Thunder are firm on following his lead. “He doesn’t need any help being confident.

He obviously has the accolades. We know he’s getting the ball, they know he’s getting the ball, and we want him to shoot. He’s been there before, he’ll be there many times again, and will ride with our guy,” said Alex Caruso. Game 3 is in San Antonio on Friday.