Shai Gilgeous-Alexander recorded his 26th 30-point playoff game to tie Russell Westbrook for the second-most in Oklahoma City Thunder history [1].

The milestone cements Gilgeous-Alexander's position as one of the most prolific postseason scorers in the franchise's history. By matching Westbrook, he joins an elite tier of players who have consistently delivered high-volume scoring under playoff pressure.

Gilgeous-Alexander achieved the mark during a Game 3 victory over the Phoenix Suns on April 25, 2026 [7]. He scored a career-high 42 points [4], leading the Thunder to a 121-109 win [5]. The victory gave Oklahoma City a 3-0 lead in the series [6].

Only Kevin Durant has more 30-point playoff games in the franchise's history, with a total of 39 [3]. Gilgeous-Alexander now shares the second-place spot with Westbrook, who also recorded 26 such games [2].

Following the performance, Gilgeous-Alexander said, "I don’t need it" [1]. An NBA analyst said that the player is now tied with Westbrook for the second-most 30-point playoff games in Thunder history [2].

The performance in Phoenix underscored the Thunder's offensive dominance throughout the series. With a career-best scoring night, Gilgeous-Alexander provided the primary offensive engine that pushed the Suns to the brink of elimination.

“Only Kevin Durant has more 30-point playoff games in the franchise's history, with a total of 39.”

This achievement signals a changing of the guard for the Oklahoma City Thunder. By matching Russell Westbrook's record and closing the gap on Kevin Durant's franchise benchmark, Gilgeous-Alexander is establishing a historical scoring legacy that mirrors the impact of the team's previous superstars while leading a new era of contention.