James Harden ends season tied for most playoff wins without a championship in NBA history
James Harden has ended the season tied for the most playoff wins without an NBA championship, sharing the record with Karl Malone. Harden's playoff victories total 98, a mark he could surpass if he wins another game. The next closest active player is Russell Westbrook, who has 64 playoff wins without a title.
- ▪Harden finished the year tied at 98 playoff wins with Karl Malone.
- ▪Malone held the record for over two decades, winning 85 games with the Utah Jazz and 13 with the Los Angeles Lakers.
- ▪The next active player on the list is Russell Westbrook, who has 64 playoff wins without a championship.
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