The Oklahoma City Thunder enjoyed a standout 2010-11 season, finishing first in the Northwest Division with an impressive 55-27 record. Led by the dynamic duo of Kevin Durant, who captured his second consecutive scoring title, and All-Star Russell Westbrook, the team showcased its growth as one of the league's premier young powerhouses. Their exciting campaign culminated in a deep postseason run where they defeated the Denver Nuggets and Memphis Grizzlies to reach the Western Conference Finals for the first time since the franchise moved to Oklahoma City. The 2011-12 Oklahoma City Thunder season was a landmark year for the franchise, as the team captured its first Western Conference Championship since relocating to Oklahoma City. Led by the dynamic young core of Kevin Durant, Russell Westbrook, and Sixth Man of the Year James Harden, the Thunder finished with a stellar 47-19 record and secured the top seed in the Northwest Division. Their exhilarating postseason run included series victories over the Dallas Mavericks, Los Angeles Lakers, and San Antonio Spurs, culminating in a historic appearance in the NBA Finals. The third overall pick in the 2009 NBA Draft, James Harden was a dynamic guard for the Oklahoma City Thunder who earned the 2012 Sixth Man of the Year award and helped lead the franchise to the 2012 NBA Finals.