OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) – Russell Westbrook on Wednesday became the first player since Michael Jordan in 1989 to post at least four consecutive triple-doubles, according to STATS, and the first since Jordan that same year to post back-to-back triple-doubles with at least 40 points.
Westbrook set career highs with 49 points and 16 rebounds, and added 10 assists, helping the Oklahoma City Thunder defeat the Philadelphia 76ers 123-118 in overtime.
It was the most points by any player with a triple-double since Larry Bird also scored 49 in 1992.
Westbrook wore a mask and a headband after having a bone in his right cheek fractured last Friday against Portland. He had surgery Saturday and missed Sunday’s game against the Los Angeles Lakers.
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