how many triple doubles does westbrook have
Russell Westbrook holds the NBA record for the most career triple-doubles. As of the latest available data through the 2025-26 season, he has recorded 207 regular-season triple-doubles and 12 playoff triple-doubles , for a career total of 219 triple-doubles.
Career Breakdown
Westbrook's triple-double prowess spans multiple teams and eras, starting with his rookie year in 2008-09. Key highlights include:
- Single-season records : He set the mark with 42 in 2016-17 (Oklahoma City Thunder), averaging a triple-double that year.
- Recent seasons : In 2024-25, he added 4 more; by early 2025-26, another 4, showing he remains active at age 37.
- Milestones : Passed Oscar Robertson's previous record (181) in 2021; hit 200th in late 2024.
Season Range| Team Examples| Triple-Doubles| Notes 13
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2008-17| OKC| ~150+| Built legacy here
2017-22| OKC/LAL| ~50| Peak volume years
2022-26| Multiple| 20+| Still chasing more
Why It Matters
Westbrook redefined the stat line, becoming the first to average triple- doubles in three straight seasons (2016-21). Fans debate "padding," but his efficiency—like a perfect shooting triple-double in 2024—silences critics. Currently with Denver Nuggets, he's chasing 220+ amid OKC's hot 26-5 start.
TL;DR : 219 total (207 regular season), NBA all-time leader.
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