In a clash against the San Antonio Spurs, Russell Westbrook of the Los Angeles Clippers made NBA history by notching his 1,107th regular-season game, tying legends Jack Sikma, Robert Horry, and Tom Chambers at 75th on the all-time games played list. Russell Westbrook now eyes the next milestone, set to surpass Rasheed Wallace at 1,109 games.
Despite the individual achievement, Russell Westbrook contributed significantly to the Clippers‘ collective effort, displaying versatility with 13.2 points, 6.2 rebounds, 5.4 assists, and 1.8 steals per game. His dynamic performance came on the heels of the Clippers’ recent victory over the Spurs, where they secured a 124-99 win on Monday, marking their second consecutive triumph.
In the Wednesday night game against the Spurs, Westbrook logged 25 minutes on the court, tallying ten points, two rebounds, six assists, and three steals while shooting 4/11 from the field. The Clippers, currently holding a 5-7 record and positioned as the 11th seed in the Western Conference, are set to face the New Orleans Pelicans on Friday in California.
Russell Westbrook, now in his second season with the Clippers, has built a storied career, having also played for the Los Angeles Lakers, Washington Wizards, Houston Rockets, and Oklahoma City Thunder. A nine-time NBA All-Star, Westbrook boasts career averages of 22.3 points, 7.3 rebounds, 8.3 assists, and 1.6 steals per game, showcasing his impact on both ends of the court.
As Westbrook continues his remarkable journey up the NBA’s all-time games played list, basketball enthusiasts eagerly anticipate the next chapter in the veteran’s illustrious career.
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