What milestone did Russell Westbrook recently achieve?

Russell Westbrook recently recorded his 10,000th career assist, becoming only the 8th player in NBA history to reach this milestone.

Who is the only other player to have 10,000 assists and 25,000 points?

LeBron James is the only other player besides Russell Westbrook to have 10,000 assists and 25,000 points in their NBA career.

How many triple-doubles does Russell Westbrook have?

Russell Westbrook is the all-time leader in triple-doubles with 205, having overtaken the legendary Oscar Robertson in this category in 2021.

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NBA Veteran Westbrook Joins Exclusive 10,000 Assists Club

16 Nov

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Russell Westbrook reaches 10,000 career assists, 2nd player to do so with 25,000+ points
Westbrook is 8th player in NBA history to reach 10,000 assists milestone
Westbrook is all-time leader in triple-doubles with 205

NBA Veteran Westbrook Joins Exclusive 10,000 Assists Club

In a game against the Minnesota Timberwolves on November 15, 2025, Sacramento Kings point guard Russell Westbrook achieved a remarkable milestone in his storied 18-year NBA career. With a second-quarter pick-and-roll assist to center Domantas Sabonis, Westbrook recorded his 10,000th career assist, becoming only the eighth player in league history to reach this prestigious mark.

Westbrook's accomplishment is even more impressive as he is only the second player, after LeBron James, to reach 10,000 assists while also scoring over 25,000 points. The former MVP and triple-double connoisseur has cemented his legacy as one of the most prolific playmakers in NBA history, joining the likes of John Stockton, Chris Paul, and Magic Johnson among the all-time assist leaders.