The most spectacular triple-double machine in NBA history — averaged a triple-double for three consecutive seasons (2016-17, 2017-18, 2018-19), a feat not achieved since Oscar Robertson completed his historic single season in 1961-62.
Russell Westbrook was born in Long Beach, California in 1988 and was drafted 4th overall by Seattle — relocated to Oklahoma City — in 2008. He played for the Thunder (2008–19), Houston (2019–20), Washington (2020–21), LA Lakers (2021–22), Utah (2022–23) and the LA Clippers (2023–24). He scored 24,000+ career points at 22.0 per game with 8.2 assists and 7.4 rebounds across 1,100+ games. His 198 career triple-doubles is the all-time NBA record — surpassing Oscar Robertson's mark of 181. His 2016–17 MVP season — 31.6 ppg, 10.7 rpg, 10.4 apg across 81 games following Kevin Durant's departure — is one of the most remarkable individual seasons in NBA history, averaging a triple-double for the entire campaign. He won the scoring title in 2015 and assists titles in 2018 and 2019. His top speed of 43.8 km/h is among the fastest ever recorded in the NBA — he combined sprinter pace with explosive jumping that made him virtually unguardable in transition. He won Olympic gold in 2012. His 9 All-Star selections and 3 All-NBA First Team nominations reflect sustained elite performance. His triple-double record will likely stand for decades.
Triple-double records and explosive athleticism
How They Played
Explosive, athletic point guard with relentless energy
Lasting Impact
Record holder for most career triple-doubles in NBA history
NBA MVP 2017
Career Honours
- NBA MVP 2017
- All-Star 9x
- All-NBA First Team 3x
- Assists Champion 2018, 2019
- Triple-Double Record (198 career)
- Olympic Gold 2012
- Scoring Champion 2015