Russell Westbrook makes NBA history, passing Oscar Robertson in scoring milestone

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Sacramento Kings point guard Russell Westbrook surpassed NBA legend Oscar Robertson to become the league’s all-time scoring leader among point guards in the Kings’ 129-102 loss to the Phoenix Suns on Friday.

Westbrook, 37, reached 26,711 career points, securing the record with a driving layup in the fourth quarter. The 2016-17 MVP had 17 points, nine rebounds and six assists in the loss.

The nine-time All-Star’s name is already at the top of some of the NBA’s most prestigious records. Westbrook has the most triple-doubles in NBA history, and passed Magic Johnson for seventh on the all-time assists list last month.

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Russell Westbrook (18) of the Sacramento Kings dribbles the ball during the first half against the Phoenix Suns at Mortgage Matchup Center in Phoenix, Arizona, on Jan. 2, 2026. (Chris Coduto/Getty Images)

Westbrook said that passing Johnson on the list was an honor.

"Before I speak and say anything, I’m truly blessed and thankful to the man above for just allowing me and gifting me with the time to go out and play basketball," Westbrook said, according to Yahoo Sports. "As for passing Magic … it’s an honor. Magic is one of the greats. I’m grateful to be able to pass him just because he’s such a legend in so many different ways."

Westbrook grew up wanting to play football, but has become a legend in a different sport.

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Sacramento Kings guard Russell Westbrook shields the ball from Phoenix Suns guard Collin Gillespie (12) during the first half of an NBA basketball