Westbrook Registers Historic Triple-Double in Kings Victory
Russell Westbrook achieved his 204th career triple-double, setting a new NBA record, and recorded his first triple-double as a Sacramento King. He led the team to a 121-116 win over the Golden State Warriors on Wednesday in Sacramento.
Key Contributions and Game Highlights
- Westbrook posted 23 points, 16 rebounds, and 10 assists.
- Dennis Schroder hit three consecutive three-pointers during a crucial 11-0 run in the fourth quarter, breaking a 104-all tie.
- DeMar DeRozan led the Kings in scoring with 25 points.
- Schroder finished with 18 points, energizing Sacramento's late-game surge.
Warriors' Struggles and Standout Performers
Golden State, missing key players Stephen Curry (illness), Jimmy Butler (back), and Draymond Green (ribs), struggled with 19 turnovers. Despite this, Will Richardson scored 30 points and Moses Moody added 28 points, providing offensive sparks for the Warriors.
“Russell Westbrook delivered an NBA-record 204th career triple-double, powering the Sacramento Kings to a 121-116 triumph over the Golden State Warriors.”
“Dennis Schroder stepped up in decisive fashion, drilling three three-pointers in succession during an 11-0 surge that snapped a 104-all deadlock in the final quarter.”
The Kings showed resilience and composure down the final stretch to secure victory in the opening game of their five-game homestand.
Author's summary: Russell Westbrook made NBA history with his 204th triple-double, leading Sacramento past Golden State, boosted by Schroder’s late shooting surge despite Warriors’ key absences.