Russell Westbrook's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Russell Westbrook. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Russell Westbrook III is a professional basketball player renowned for his athleticism and intensity. Playing for the Sacramento Kings, he's considered one of the greatest point guards in NBA history. He is a nine-time All-Star and earned the 2017 NBA MVP award. Westbrook holds the NBA record for career triple-doubles and was named to the NBA 75th Anniversary Team. He also secured an Olympic gold medal with the U.S. national team in 2012.

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June 26, 2017: Westbrook Named NBA Most Valuable Player

On June 26, 2017, Russell Westbrook received the NBA Most Valuable Player Award, marking the first time a player from a team with fewer than 50 wins had won the award since Moses Malone in 1982.

March 13, 2018: Westbrook Records 100th Career Triple-Double

On March 13, 2018, Russell Westbrook recorded his 100th career triple-double in a win against the Atlanta Hawks, becoming the fourth player in NBA history to reach this milestone.

January 10, 2019: Westbrook Records Career-High 24 Assists

On January 10, 2019, Russell Westbrook recorded a career-high 24 assists, along with 24 points and 13 rebounds, in a double-overtime loss to the San Antonio Spurs.

October 26, 2019: Westbrook Passes Magic Johnson in Career Triple-Doubles

On October 26, 2019, in his second game as a Rocket, Russell Westbrook passed Magic Johnson for second all-time in career triple-doubles, achieving a 28-point, 13-assist, and 10-rebound performance.

March 30, 2021: Westbrook Records 30-10-20 Triple-Double

On March 30, 2021, Russell Westbrook became the first player since Magic Johnson in 1988 to record a 30–10–20 triple-double, achieving 35 points, a then-season-high 21 assists, and 14 rebounds in a win over the Indiana Pacers.

January 15, 2023: Westbrook Sets Record for Most Triple-Doubles Off the Bench

On January 15, 2023, Russell Westbrook recorded his fourth career triple-double off the bench, setting a record for the most triple-doubles off the bench in NBA history, in a loss to the Philadelphia 76ers.

July 2023: Clippers coach praises Westbrook

In July 2023, Clippers Coach Tyronn Lue praised Russell Westbrook's effort and toughness, stating that Westbrook had "saved" the Clippers during the final 20 games of the regular season due to injuries to Paul George and others.