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Russell Westbrook Notches 10,000th Assist, Joining LeBron James in 25,000 Points/10,000 Assists Club

The Kings elevated the 37-year-old to the starting lineup in NBA Cup play, underscoring his late‑career impact.

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Russell Westbrook #18 of the Sacramento Kings looks on against the Denver Nuggets in the second half of an NBA basketball game at Golden 1 Center in Sacramento, California.
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Nov 14, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Sacramento Kings guard Russell Westbrook (18) works around Minnesota Timberwolves guard Donte DiVincenzo (0) in the first quarter at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Kluckhohn-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Westbrook recorded his 10,000th career assist on Friday against the Timberwolves during NBA Cup action.
  • Sacramento started him over Dennis Schroder for the game, signaling a shift in the Kings’ backcourt rotation.
  • He became the eighth player to reach 10,000 assists and the second, alongside LeBron James, with at least 25,000 points and 10,000 assists.
  • He tallied 14 assists in a 124-110 loss at Minnesota as he continued to add to his long résumé of elite playmaking.
  • Entering the night he was averaging 14.5 points, 6.2 rebounds and 5.8 assists, and he later posted that he felt humbled and grateful for the milestone.