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Triple-Double King Westbrook Calls It A Career
12 Aug
Summary
- Russell Westbrook has officially retired from the NBA.
- He retired as the league's all-time leader in triple-doubles.
- Westbrook played 11 seasons with the Oklahoma City Thunder.
Former NBA MVP Russell Westbrook has announced his retirement from professional basketball. He retires as the league's all-time leader in regular-season triple-doubles, with a record of 209. Westbrook established himself as a franchise icon during his 11 seasons with the Oklahoma City Thunder.
During his illustrious career, Westbrook was named the NBA's Most Valuable Player in 2017 and earned multiple All-NBA and All-Star selections. He played 1,301 games, averaging 20.9 points, 8.0 assists, and 6.9 rebounds per contest. Westbrook also secured scoring titles in 2015 and 2017 and was recognized on the NBA's 75th Anniversary Team.
Westbrook's retirement follows that of Derrick Rose, another former MVP who retired in September 2024. His legacy is widely expected to include a jersey retirement by the Oklahoma City Thunder, honoring his significant contributions to the franchise and the league.
