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Russell Westbrook now sits on the brink of breaking Oscar Robertson’s nearly 50-year-old record for most triple-doubles in NBA history. After the 181st game of his career with at least 10 points, 10 rebound and 10 assists on Saturday night, the Wizards point guard will take his first shot at sole possession of the record Monday night in Atlanta.
Westbrook’s ownership of the record is no longer a matter of if, but when. And while that inevitability seems to have dominated discussion of Westbrook’s play for years, it’s worth remembering just how far-fetched it seemed – only five years ago – that a player could surpass Robertson’s longtime record.