Thu Jan 02 03:10:00 UTC 2025: ## Westbrook Achieves Rare Triple-Double Feat in Nuggets Victory
**Denver, CO –** Russell Westbrook etched his name further into NBA history Monday night, achieving a remarkably rare triple-double in the Denver Nuggets’ 132-121 win over the Utah Jazz. Westbrook became only the third player in NBA history to record a triple-double with zero turnovers while shooting 100% from the field and the free-throw line.
The accomplishment joins fellow NBA stars Nikola Jokic and Domantas Sabonis in this exclusive club. Westbrook finished with 16 points, 10 rebounds, and 10 assists, shooting a perfect 7-for-7 from the field and 2-for-2 from the free-throw line. This marked his 201st career triple-double, the most in NBA history.
Nuggets coach Michael Malone lauded Westbrook, calling him a “first-ballot Hall of Famer” and praising his leadership and selfless attitude. Malone emphasized Westbrook’s commitment to winning a championship with the team.
While Westbrook’s achievement dominated post-game discussion, Jokic also contributed a triple-double with 36 points, 22 rebounds, and 11 assists, and Jamal Murray added 20 points and 10 assists. Jordan Clarkson (24 points) and Collin Sexton (22 points) led the scoring effort for the Jazz, who held a narrow halftime lead before Denver’s dominant third quarter.
The game saw both teams missing key players; Aaron Gordon (Nuggets) and John Collins (Jazz) sat out due to injury. Despite the absences, the Nuggets showcased a strong team performance, highlighted by Westbrook’s exceptional individual achievement and the combined triple-double efforts of Westbrook and Jokic.
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