Russell Westbrook just had a performance for the history books. With the Thunder trailing by 10 heading into the fourth quarter on Wednesday, Westbrook took over the game, scoring 19 points in the final seven minutes, including a game-tying three-pointer to send it into overtime.
Russell Westbrook’s 57-point triple-double made NBA history
Another MVP-worthy performance from Westbrook.
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Westbrook finished the game with 57 points, 13 rebounds, 11 assists, and three steals. His 57 points are the most ever scored while notching a triple-double. It’s also the second-highest scoring game for Westbrook in his career. It was indeed a dominant night for Westbrook, as he made 21 shots while no other Thunder player converted more than six.
It was also one of the best performances ever against the Orlando Magic.
Westbrook was so good on Wednesday night, he even had the crowd in Orlando chanting “MVP!” after his performance. The Thunder beat the Magic in overtime, 114-106, which also clinched a playoff spot for Oklahoma City.
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