Russell Westbrook led the Denver Nuggets to a win against the Brooklyn Nets on Friday, scoring 25 points. He also grabbed 11 rebounds and dished out 10 assists, achieving a triple-double. Westbrook played for 36 minutes as the Nuggets won 124-105.
What It Means
Westbrook’s triple-double against the Nets marks his first of the season, exceeding his projected stats significantly. This performance is part of a recent surge where he has been consistently contributing across all areas. For the season, he averages 12.6 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 6.7 assists per game. Among point guards, he ranks seventh in assists per game and has finished in the top five at his position in assists in nearly 38% of games this year.
