Nikola Jokic has Russell Westbrook’s record on sight.
Nikola Jokic and Russell Westbrook have formed a dynamic duo for the Denver Nuggets, each capable of delivering dominant performances. Westbrook and Jokic also made history as the first pair of teammates to record a triple-double in the same game multiple times in a single season.
The three-time NBA MVP is steadily closing in on Westbrook’s all-time triple-double record, with 155 to Westbrook’s 202. When asked about his plans after surpassing the mark, Jokic playfully responded, “I’m looking forward to break his record in triple-doubles. And then I’m gonna make fun of him the whole life.”
“Sounds about right,” Westbrook responded in agreement.
Jokic entered the league as a 20-year-old with room to improve his conditioning and footwork. A decade later, he has evolved into one of the NBA’s most dominant forces, guiding the Nuggets to their first championship in 2023.
Nikola Jokic’s career so far
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Through 49 games this season, Jokic is putting up a triple-double average with 29.8 points, 12.6 rebounds, and 10.2 assists per game. If he maintains those numbers, he would join Russell Westbrook and Oscar Robertson as one of only three players in NBA history to average a triple-double for an entire season.
Despite his indifferent attitude toward the sport, Jokic has demonstrated impressive durability, missing just six games this season for personal reasons. During his absence, the Nuggets struggled to stay competitive, underscoring his importance to the team.