Russell Westbrook Retires
- ItzYourz411
- Aug 13
- 1 min read
An Unparalleled Legacy
Russell Westbrook retires as one of the most impactful point guards in basketball history, celebrated for his unmatched athleticism and competitive spirit. Known as the "Triple-Double King," he holds the NBA record with 209 career triple-doubles. His 2017 MVP season with the Oklahoma City Thunder saw him average a full-season triple-double, a feat last achieved by Oscar Robertson, and set a record with 42 triple-doubles in a single season. Westbrook joins LeBron James as the only players with over 25,000 points and 10,000 assists, and he holds the record for most rebounds by a point guard.
Career Overview By the Numbers
Westbrook ranks 5th in all-time assists and 14th in scoring, with 9 All-Star and All-NBA selections. He is a 2-time scoring champion and 3-time assists leader, boasting career averages of 20.9 PPG, 8.0 APG, and 6.9 RPG. Internationally, he won two Olympic gold medals in 2012 and 2016.
Winding Down on His Own Terms
His career spanned seven franchises, beginning with an iconic 11-season run in Oklahoma City. In his final season with the Sacramento Kings, he averaged 15.2 points, 6.7 assists, and 5.4 rebounds. Despite interest from teams like the Kings and Wizards, Westbrook chose to retire on his own terms rather than accept a reduced role, leaving the game with plenty left to offer.
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