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Westbrook Surpasses Duncan, Eyes 16th All-Time Scoring Spot

12/4/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Russell Westbrook surpassed Tim Duncan on the NBA's all-time scoring list, ranking 17th with 26,498 points.
The milestone comes as the Sacramento Kings endure a 5-16 season.
Westbrook averages 13.6 points, 7.1 rebounds, and 6.8 assists, and says, "Difficult, but not something that can't be overcome."
He continues to chase Dominique Wilkins for 16th place and remains focused on contributing to the Kings' culture and mentoring younger players.

History

Historical Context

In February 2023, LeBron James surpassed Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's long-standing NBA scoring record of 38,387 points, becoming the all-time leading scorer. This milestone reflects the league's shift towards high-scoring games, with players like Russell Westbrook also achieving significant individual accolades. James' record not only cements his legacy but also influences future generations of basketball players.

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Story summary

Russell Westbrook surpassed Tim Duncan on the NBA's all-time scoring list, ranking 17th with 26,498 points.
The milestone comes as the Sacramento Kings endure a 5-16 season.
Westbrook averages 13.6 points, 7.1 rebounds, and 6.8 assists, and says, "Difficult, but not something that can't be overcome."
He continues to chase Dominique Wilkins for 16th place and remains focused on contributing to the Kings' culture and mentoring younger players.

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