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sports1 month ago•18 min saved

The Uncontainable Fire of Russell Westbrook

The piece commemorates Russell Westbrook’s 18-year, high-octane career—from UCLA to OKC and beyond—celebrating his fearless, hyper-energetic style, record-breaking triple-doubles, and pivotal moments that defined a generation, while acknowledging the debates around efficiency. It argues that his relentless drive and willingness to risk it all left basketball brighter, louder, and more alive, making him one of the defining players in modern NBA history.

via The Ringer|

#nba #okc-thunder #retirement

sports1 month ago•27 min saved

Westbrook retires after 18 NBA seasons, cementing triple-double legacy

Russell Westbrook, the NBA’s career leader in triple-doubles and the 2017 Kia MVP, announced his retirement after 18 seasons that included stints with the Thunder, Rockets, Wizards, Lakers, Clippers and Kings. He leaves with a record 209 triple-doubles (42 in 2016-17), Olympic gold in 2012, and five decades of highlights, capped by last season’s 15.2 points and 6.7 assists for Sacramento; his farewell message reflected on a career defined by a relentless pursuit of excellence.

via NBA.com|

#nba #retirement #russell-westbrook

sports1 month ago•1 min saved

Westbrook Ends NBA Journey in Michael B. Jordan-Narrated Retirement Video

Russell Westbrook announced his retirement after the 2025-26 season, closing an 18-year NBA career across seven teams. A video narrated by Michael B. Jordan announced his retirement; Westbrook leaves with 27,176 points, 9,025 rebounds, 10,351 assists and the all-time record of 209 triple-doubles, plus a 2017 MVP, nine All-Star selections, and nine All-NBA honors. In 2025-26 with Sacramento he averaged 15.2 PPG, 5.4 RPG and 6.7 APG in 64 games (58 starts) before missing the final 11 with a toe injury as the Kings finished 22-60.

via Bleacher Report|

#hall-of-fame #nba #retirement

sports1 year ago•2 min saved

Russell Westbrook Makes NBA History with 200th Triple-Double

Russell Westbrook of the Denver Nuggets became the first NBA player to achieve 200 career triple-doubles, recording 12 points, 10 rebounds, and 14 assists in a win over the Memphis Grizzlies. Westbrook, already the all-time leader in triple-doubles, reached this milestone despite a reduced role since his trade from the Los Angeles Lakers. His teammate Nikola Jokić and Luka Dončić are potential future members of the 200 triple-doubles club. Westbrook's night also included a technical foul for staring down an opponent.

via Yahoo Sports|

#denver-nuggets #nba #nikola-jokic

sports3 years ago•1 min saved

Alyssa Thomas Dominates WNBA with Record-Breaking Triple-Doubles

Alyssa Thomas of the Connecticut Sun continues to make WNBA history by achieving back-to-back triple-doubles, becoming the first player to do so in the league. With a total of seven triple-doubles, Thomas has accounted for over 30% of all triple-doubles in the WNBA's 25-year history. Alongside her impressive defensive skills, Thomas is a strong contender for the WNBA MVP title this season.

via Yahoo Sports|

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