Russell Westbrook Los Angeles Lakers 2022-2023 Game Worn Classic Edition Jersey | Moved Into 29th All-Time Scoring

This away ‘Classic Edition’ jersey was worn in the 1st half by Russell Westbrook on October 28, 2022, when the Los Angeles Lakers played the Minnesota Timberwolves. 

Westbrook finished with 18 points, 8 rebounds, 3 assists, 1 steal, and 1 block. With a second quarter free throw, Westbrook moved into 29th place on the NBA all-time scoring list. The Lakers lost to the Timberwolves, 111-102.

In the 2016-17 NBA season, after averaging 31.6 points, 10.7 rebounds and 10.4 assists per game, Russell Westbrook became the first player since Oscar Robertson in 1962 to average a triple-double. The remarkable accomplishment helped the fiery point guard win league MVP honors.

As it turned out, Westbrook was just getting started. 

The UCLA product averaged a triple-double again in 2018, 2019 and 2021. But individual success aside, Westbrook’s teams made deep runs in the NBA postseason, including in 2012 when he made the NBA Finals with the Thunder.

Recognized for his unparalleled explosiveness and aggression, Westbrook has been one of the NBA’s biggest stars since he debuted in 2008. His career accolades include nine All-Star appearances, nine All-NBA selections, and two scoring titles. In addition, he was selected as a member of the NBA 75th Anniversary Team as one of the top 75 players in NBA history.