Triple-doubles are Russell Westbrook’s ‘thing.’ We’re used to seeing this guy in double-digits across the box score, and the triple-double has basically become associated with Westbrook since he won an MVP with a triple-double average in 2016-17, the first season he played without Kevin Durant at his side.
So if you aren’t impressed with Westbrook’s triple-doubles these days, that’s perfectly understandable — but perhaps Tuesday’s triple-double will blow your mind. This isn’t just a 10-10-10, but Russ went off for a ‘double triple-double,’ 20-20-21, against the Los Angeles Lakers.
This is the first, and only, 20-20-20 game in the NBA since Wilt Chamberlain managed the feat in 1968. Not bad company to be in for any statistical accomplishments!
Russ had seven rebounds and 10 assists in the first quarter alone, so he was off to a strong start early. The Thunder pulled their lead out of reach late in the fourth quarter, but Westbrook stayed in after the other starters were pulled to get the final rebounds he needed — and really, when faced with a 20-20-20, why not? That’s a truly special feat, right there.
During his post-game interview, Westbrook dedicated his performance to fallen rapper and his close friend Nipsey Hussle, and said the same on the court.
Yeah, not bad, this guy. These highlights are well worth checking out.
