News

Paul George, Other NBA Stars Comment On Russell Westbrook’s 100th Career Triple-Double [VIDEO]

Reigning Kia MVP Russell Westbrook recorded his 100th career triple-double in the Oklahoma City Thunder’s 119-107 road victory over the Atlanta Hawks on Tuesday night, thus becoming the fourth NBA player to accomplish the feat.

Russell Westbrook 100th Triple-Double News

Westbrook finished with 32 points, 12 rebounds and 12 assists to lead his squad back from a 12-point halftime deficit. The 29-year-old veteran had a record 42 triple-doubles in 2016-17, and has amassed 81 over the past three seasons.

The guard currently has seven less than Jason Kidd and is third on the all-time NBA list in this category. He is the third-quickest to attain this mark: 736 games. Just Oscar Robertson (277) and Magic Johnson (656) are ahead in this regard.

Westbrook thanked God for his achievement.

Subscribe to our free weekly newsletter!

A week of sports news in your in-box.
We find the sports news you need to know, so you don't have to.

”Oh man, just an unbelievable blessing,” Westbrook said. ”I give thanks to the man above just for allowing me to go out and play the game I love each and every night. I never take it for granted.”

“Everybody knows how competitive he is,” teammate Paul George said of Westbrook.

George left Tuesday’s game in the third quarter with a groin injury.

There are 12 games remaining in the regular season. The Thunder (41-29) is fourth in the Western Conference and next host the Los Angeles Clippers on Friday night. The Hawks (20-48) are 15th in the Eastern Conference.

NEW YORK, NY – NOVEMBER 28: Russell Westbrook #0 of the Oklahoma City Thunder dribbles up court against the New York Knicks during the first half at Madison Square Garden on November 28, 2016 in New York City.

Like
Like Love Haha Wow Sad Angry
Pablo Mena

Writer and assistant editor for usports.org. NY Giants and Rangers fan. Film and TV enthusiast (especially Harry Potter and The Office) and lover of foreign languages and cultures.

Recent Posts

After Colts Give Anthony Richardson Permission To Seek Trade, Where Will He Land?

The Indianapolis Colts have given quarterback Anthony Richardson permission to seek a trade. This will…

2 minutes ago

Houston Texans Are Expected To Release Former Pro Bowl RB Joe Mixon

The Houston Texans are expected to release Joe Mixon.  Mixon missed the entire season with…

7 minutes ago

Pelicans’ Star Zion Williamson Responds To Criticism That He ‘Doesn’t Care’

New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson is pushing back on criticism that he has faced…

15 minutes ago

Newly Acquired Wizard Trae Young Gets Ejected – During Game He Was Not Even Playing

Ahead of Trae Young making his debut for his new team, the Washington Wizards, he…

18 minutes ago

Falcons Fire Assistant Defensive Line Coach LaTroy Lewis After Sexual Assault Allegations

The Atlanta Falcons fired assistant defensive line coach LaTroy Lewis on Friday after he was…

2 days ago

Jeff Hardy Admits He Was ‘Freaked Out’ When His Brother Matt Was Feuding With Edge

The 20-time tag team champions, the Hardy Boyz, offered a glimpse behind the curtain in…

2 days ago