Russell Westbrook continues his first shooting for Sacramento

ByNBAUSA



The Sacramento Kings lit up the beam in a big way Wednesday night, and they did it behind one of the league’s most decorated statistical legends. Russell Westbrook achieved his first triple-double as a member of the Kings, led Sacramento to a 121-116 victory over the Golden State Warriors in a game where both teams entered without a player.

Westbrook finished with 23 points, 16 rebounds and 10 assists while shooting an efficient 9-of-13 from the field and 3-of-4 from beyond the arc. It marked the 204th triple-double of his career, extending it his all-time NBA record still cementing his status as one of the greatest playmaking guards of his era.

For Sacramento, it was more than just another statistical measure; it was an emotional boost for a team that started the season unevenly and needed a spark.

The Kings also got timely contributions from DeMar DeRozan, who led the team with 25 points, and Dennis Schroeder, whose fourth-quarter play helped Sacramento fend off a late push by the Warriors.

DeRozan struggled with efficiency at 8-of-20 from the field, but his steady scoring presence was important as Sacramento repeatedly relied on the veteran’s experience to close out the game.

Golden State entered the contest without Stephen Curry, who was sidelined with an illness, and the absence of their offensive engine showed late. Despite the competition behind Moses Moody and Jonathan Cumminga, the Warriors struggled to match Sacramento’s energy on the glass and pace in transition, two areas where Westbrook controlled the game.

For Sacramento, this play had symbolic weight. The Kings were looking for a consistent identity at the start of the season as injuries to key players, including Zach LaVine and Domantas Sabonis, broke the offensive continuity.

Westbrook stepping into a leadership and pace-setter role provided a glimpse of what Sacramento hoped to unlock when they brought him on board.

The Kings improve to 3-5 and now look to build on their momentum as they host the Oklahoma City Thunder on Friday. If Westbrook continues to use this level of control and fire, Sacramento’s ceiling could still rise.





2025-11-06 06:28:00

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