The Oklahoma City Thunder franchise has consistently showcased incredible scoring talent throughout its history. From iconic MVPs like Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook to their current superstar, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, these players have each left a remarkable scoring legacy. As the 2024-25 season wraps up, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has solidified his place at the very top, leading a prestigious list of players who have achieved the highest points per game in a single season for the team.
These individual scoring feats are much more than just numbers; they represent exciting eras of basketball and often coincided with the team’s most competitive periods. The ability of these stars to consistently deliver high-level offense has been a defining characteristic of the Thunder’s journey. Shai’s current season particularly highlights the team’s bright future, combining elite scoring with impressive overall team success.
⚡ Thunder’s Scoring Elite
The Oklahoma City Thunder has always been home to exceptionally talented scorers. Currently, they boast one of the league’s top offensive players in Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, who has now surpassed franchise legends like Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook in single-season scoring efficiency. Let’s take a closer look at the Thunder’s top five all-time leaders in single-season points per game.
⭐ Shai Gilgeous-Alexander: The Current Superstar
In 2019, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was traded to the Thunder in a deal that sent Paul George to the Clippers. This move has proven to be one of the best in franchise history. Gilgeous-Alexander has since become the cornerstone of the team, consistently averaging at least 30.1 points per game over the past three seasons. As the 2024-25 season concludes, he leads the entire NBA by averaging an impressive 32.7 points per game. To top it all off, the Thunder currently holds the best record in the league with 66 wins and 14 losses.
🏆 Kevin Durant’s MVP Masterclass
Kevin Durant was selected second overall in 2007 by the Seattle SuperSonics, the franchise’s previous name. He won the Rookie of the Year Award in the 2007-08 season before the team relocated to Oklahoma City for the 2008-09 season. His 2013-14 season was arguably his finest, where he led the league with 32.0 points per game and was named league MVP. That season, he also averaged 7.5 rebounds, 5.5 assists, 1.3 steals, and 2.4 three-pointers. His teammate Russell Westbrook contributed 21.8 points per game that year, and Oklahoma City reached the 2014 NBA Finals, ultimately losing to the Spurs.
🔥 Russell Westbrook’s Historic Triple-Double Year
Russell Westbrook was drafted by the SuperSonics with the fourth pick in the 2008 Draft. He spent the first 11 seasons of his career with the Thunder, earning eight All-Star selections. Westbrook twice led the league in scoring, including his historic 2016-17 season where he averaged 31.6 points per game. Beyond his scoring, he also averaged 10.7 rebounds, 10.4 assists, and 1.6 steals, earning him the league MVP award. This season also marked the beginning of his incredible streak of three consecutive seasons averaging a triple-double.
✨ Other Memorable Scoring Seasons
Rounding out the top five, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s 2022-23 season saw him average 31.4 points per game, securing the fourth spot on this prestigious list. Kevin Durant also appears again at number five with his 2009-10 season, where he averaged 30.1 points per game. These remarkable performances further solidify their places as some of the most prolific scorers in the Oklahoma City Thunder’s history. /'
