On May 9, in the second game of the Western Conference semifinals of the NBA playoffs, the Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Denver Nuggets 149-106 at home, winning another game in the series. In addition to the huge score difference, another highlight of this game came from veteran Russell Westbrook.

Westbrook played 22 minutes as a substitute in this game and still showed good competitive form. He made 5 of 11 shots , including 1 of 4 three-pointers , and 8 of 10 free throws , scoring 19 points efficiently, plus 1 rebound and 5 assists. Although the data is not as explosive as in his peak period, he continues to inject energy into the team with his stable performance and positive attitude.

More importantly, with these 19 points, Westbrook's career playoff score officially exceeded 3,000 points, becoming the 30th player in NBA history to achieve this feat. This record not only reflects his long-term stable output in the playoffs, but also once again confirms his status as the top guard in the league's history.

Since entering the league in 2008, Westbrook has played in the playoffs for the Thunder, Rockets, Wizards, Lakers and Clippers. Although the team's performance has fluctuated, Westbrook has always been one of the most dynamic and aggressive players in the playoffs. He is known for his explosiveness, impact and comprehensive ability, and often shoulders the team's offensive responsibility at critical moments.

At present, Westbrook's cumulative score in the playoffs has reached 3,004 points, which is still in the forefront among active players. It is worth mentioning that among the 30 people who have achieved this achievement, most are Hall of Fame or quasi-Hall of Fame players, such as Kobe, James, Jordan, Duncan, etc. Westbrook also continues to move closer to the ranks of historical greats with his performance.

The Thunder currently leads the defending champion Nuggets 2-0 in the Western Conference semifinals . The young core of the team, Alexander, and the experienced Westbrook on the bench form a good complement. For the Thunder, Westbrook is not only the firepower point on the bench, but also the spiritual leader in the locker room. His 3,000- point milestone has also injected more confidence and motivation into this young team.