OKC Thunder: Top 3 individual performances from the 2018-19 NBA season

Paul George was named a finalist for both DPOY and MVP
Paul George was named a finalist for both DPOY and MVP

#2 Paul George vs Portland Trail Blazers - 47 points

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Stat line: 47 points, 12 rebounds, 10 assists and 2 steals on 57.6 % shooting

This was a very memorable game for Thunder fans as both Russell Westbrook and Paul George recorded triple-doubles, and the Thunder defeated the Blazers at home.

The Thunder were on a three-game win streak and hosted the Portland Trail Blazers who were coming off a tough one-point loss against the Dallas Mavericks on the road. George erupted for 17 points in the first quarter and the Thunder jumped to a 36-26 first quarter lead.

Westbrook set an NBA record for consecutive triple-doubles (10), breaking the previous record of nine straight triple-doubles set by Wilt Chamberlain. With 51.4 seconds remaining in the final period, Westbrook knocked down a three-pointer off an assist by Paul George that gave George his third career triple-double.

The 29-year-old finished the game with 47 points, 12 rebounds, and 10 assists while playing solid defense from start to finish as the Thunder beat the Blazers.

Final Score: Oklahoma City Thunder 120 - 111 Portland Trail Blazers

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