Russell Westbrook announces NBA retirement after 18 seasons
The 37-year-old ends his career with 27,176 points, 9,025 rebounds and 10,351 assists after becoming the NBA’s all-time triple-doubles leader.
- On Wednesday, August 12, 2026, veteran point guard Russell Westbrook announced his retirement from the NBA after an 18-year career via a social media video narrated by Oscar-winning actor Michael B. Jordan.
- The 2017 NBA MVP and triple-double leader played for seven teams, including the Oklahoma City Thunder, and holds the league record with 209 career triple-doubles.
- As one of two players to record over 25,000 points and 10,000 assists, the 37-year-old was named to the NBA 75th Anniversary Team and famously played at 100% every night.
- In his final season with the Sacramento Kings, Westbrook provided veteran leadership to the team's young core, though he missed the final 11 games due to a toe injury.
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Russell Westbrook Retires: All-Time Triple-Double Leader and NBA Legend Announces Retirement After 18 Seasons | 🏆 LatestLY
NBA legend Russell Westbrook officially announced his retirement on August 12, 2026. The 38-year-old concludes an extraordinary 18-season career, having redefined the point guard position and become the NBA's all-time leader in triple-doubles with 209. 🏆 Russell Westbrook Retires: All-Time Triple-Double Leader and NBA Legend Announces Retirement After 18 Seasons.
With an Enigmatic Farewell Video: Russell Westbrook Announces Retirement After 18 Seasons in the NBA
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Basketball star Russell Westbrook has announced the end of his professional career at the age of 37. The former league's most valuable player, nine-time All-Star and all-time record holder for triple-doubles is saying goodbye after 18 seasons among basketball's elite.
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