Russell Westbrook passed another NBA legend in the Grizzlies game
Russell Westbrook is going winless in a bunch of games with the Sacramento Kingsbut it is it won’t stop him from adding more numbers. The former NBA MVP climbed another spot on the all-time list on Wednesday, passing the legendary Hakeem Olajuwon on the league’s career scoring list.
‘
Westbrook passed that milestone early, as he entered the contest with 26,944 points and needs just three points to surpass Olajiwon (26,946 points).
Just two minutes into the first period, Westbrook converted a 3-pointer off an assist from DeMar DeRozan to surpass Olajuwon, who last played in the NBA during the 2001-02 season with the Toronto Raptors.
Here she is how that play unfolded:
With this three-pointer, Russell Westbrook PASSED Hakeem Olajuwon for 14th place on the NBA’s all-time scoring list 🔥
— ClutchPoints (@ClutchPoints) February 5, 2026
Westbrook’s latest career achievement has sparked glowing reactions from fans online.
“Another milestone for the Russian who screams longevity over efficiency, but does climbing the scoring charts change how you rank his all-time legacy?” commented a fan.
“Rus, Hakeem coming through? Wow 👌Tonight is cool,” social media user common.
“Congratulations Russ 👏,” another he said.
“Hakeem being this tall is one thing, but Russ being in the top 15 now is a huge accomplishment for him,” another commenter he stated.
“Rass is a great shooter now,” read another comment.
The 37-year-old Westbrook, who is also a nine-time NBA All-Star, could move up a few notches on the list, depending on how long he plays in the NBA. Above him on the all-time list at 13th is Alvin Hayes (27,313) and Moses Malone (27,409) at 12th.
2026-02-05 04:43:00
