Kings Announce Westbrook Moves Up NBA Scoring List

Russell Westbrook climbs to 14th on the NBA's all-time scoring list in his return from injury.

Feb. 4, 2026 at 10:31pm

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In his return from a foot injury, Sacramento Kings guard Russell Westbrook moved up to 14th on the NBA's all-time scoring list after hitting a three-pointer in the first quarter of Wednesday's game against the Memphis Grizzlies. The Kings announced Westbrook's latest career milestone on social media, as the 37-year-old veteran continues his climb up the esteemed scoring list.

Why it matters

Westbrook's move up the scoring ranks is a significant personal achievement, especially as he enters the twilight of his career. However, the Kings have struggled mightily this season, owning the NBA's worst record at 12-39. Westbrook will be an unrestricted free agent after this season, so his future with the rebuilding Kings remains uncertain.

The details

Westbrook entered Wednesday's game with 26,944 career points, just two behind Hall of Famer Hakeem Olajuwon. His three-pointer in the first quarter pushed him past Olajuwon and up to 14th on the NBA's all-time scoring list. Westbrook is now chasing Elvin Hayes, who has 27,313 career points, and could potentially surpass him before the end of this season if he stays healthy and maintains his current scoring pace.

  • Westbrook returned from a foot injury to play in Wednesday's game against the Memphis Grizzlies.
  • Westbrook scored his first points of the game on a three-pointer in the first quarter, moving him up to 14th on the NBA's all-time scoring list.

The players

Russell Westbrook

A 37-year-old veteran guard for the Sacramento Kings who is currently 14th on the NBA's all-time scoring list.

Hakeem Olajuwon

A Hall of Fame center who is 15th on the NBA's all-time scoring list.

Elvin Hayes

A Hall of Fame forward who is 13th on the NBA's all-time scoring list with 27,313 career points.

Sacramento Kings

An NBA team that currently has the worst record in the league at 12-39.

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What they’re saying

“𝐀𝐋𝐋-𝐓𝐈𝐌𝐄 𝐆𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐓 🔥 With his three-point field goal at the 10:06 mark of Q1 tonight vs. MEM, Russell Westbrook advanced up the NBA's all-time scoring list to No. 14.”

— Sacramento Kings

What’s next

If Westbrook stays healthy and maintains his current scoring pace, he could potentially surpass Elvin Hayes on the NBA's all-time scoring list before the end of this season.

The takeaway

While the Kings have struggled this season, Westbrook's climb up the NBA's all-time scoring list is a testament to his longevity and scoring prowess over his 18-year career. However, with Westbrook set to become a free agent this offseason, his future in Sacramento remains uncertain as the team continues its rebuilding efforts.