Russell Westbrook Surpasses Jason Kidd with 108th Triple-Double
Russell Westbrook recorded his 108th career triple-double on Wednesday night, passing Jason Kidd for 3rd on the all-time list. He achieved this feat midway through the third quarter against the Brooklyn Nets.
The Oklahoma City Thunder's All-Star point guard finished with 21 points on 9-of-23 shooting, 15 rebounds, and 17 assists in 40 minutes.
This milestone solidifies Westbrook's position as one of the greatest players in NBA history, with his ability to consistently record triple-doubles.
Westbrook began the night nearly averaging a triple-double for the campaign, with 22.8 points, 9.8 rebounds, and 9.5 assists across 14 appearances for the 15-7 Thunder.
He averaged a triple-double in each of the last two seasons, making him the only player in history to reach the mark in consecutive years.
The Thunder overcame a 23-point deficit to defeat the Nets 114-112 on the road, with Westbrook's performance being a key factor in the win.
The **NBA All-Time Triple-Doubles List** now has Westbrook in sole possession of third place, moving past Nets legend and Hall of Famer Jason Kidd.
Westbrook's achievement is a testament to his hard work and dedication to the sport, and he will continue to be a dominant force in the NBA.
The Oklahoma City Thunder will look to build on this win, with Westbrook leading the charge, as they continue their season.