Russell Westbrook, the Washington Wizards point guard, has been one of the most dynamic and explosive players in the NBA since he entered the league in 2008. He is a nine-time NBA All-Star, a two-time scoring champion, and has won the NBA Most Valuable Player (MVP) award once. In addition to his individual accolades, Westbrook is also known for his ability to record double-doubles and triple-doubles.
A double-double is achieved when a player records double digits in two statistical categories in a single game. In basketball, the most common categories are points, rebounds, assists, steals, and blocks. A triple-double, on the other hand, is when a player records double digits in three statistical categories in a single game. Westbrook is one of the few players in NBA history who has been able to consistently record triple-doubles throughout his career.
However, in this article, we will focus on Westbrook's double-double stats. As of February 28th, 2023, Westbrook has recorded a total of 559 double-doubles in his NBA career.
Westbrook's Double-Double Breakdown
Out of his 559 double-doubles, Westbrook's most common combination is points and assists, which he has achieved 291 times. This is followed by points and rebounds, which he has recorded 150 times. Westbrook has also recorded double-doubles in points and steals (24), points and blocks (15), and assists and rebounds (79).
Westbrook's highest-scoring double-double game came on March 29th, 2019, when he recorded 44 points and 14 rebounds in a game against the Los Angeles Lakers. His highest assist double-double game came on January 10th, 2019, when he recorded 24 points and 24 assists in a game against the San Antonio Spurs.
It's worth noting that Westbrook is not just a prolific double-double player but also a consistent one. He has recorded at least one double-double in every season he has played in the NBA, except for his rookie season. Westbrook's highest single-season double-double total came in the 2016-2017 season when he recorded 57 double-doubles.
Westbrook's Double-Double Record
Westbrook's 559 double-doubles place him fifth on the NBA's all-time double-doubles list, behind Wilt Chamberlain, Karl Malone, Tim Duncan, and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. He is also the all-time leader in triple-doubles, with a total of 186 as of February 28th, 2023. Westbrook surpassed Oscar Robertson's record of 181 triple-doubles on May 10th, 2021, in a game against the Atlanta Hawks.
Conclusion
Russell Westbrook's ability to record double-doubles has been an essential part of his NBA career. He has consistently been one of the league's most productive and dynamic players, and his double-double record is a testament to that. Westbrook's drive and work ethic have made him a fan favorite, and his performances on the court have earned him numerous accolades and recognition from the basketball community.
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