Russell Westbrook turned back the clock in his 18th NBA season, recording the 204th triple-double of his career with 23 points, 16 rebounds and 10 assists to lead the Sacramento Kings to a 121–116 win over the Golden State Warriors. His late-game rebound tipped into an assist, and he forced a crucial turnover in the final seconds to seal the victory, showing he still has an edge in big moments.
The Kings overcame a 13-point first-half deficit without key players Zach LaVine and Domantas Sabonis, relying on strong bench production from Malik Monk (21 points) and Dennis Schröder (18 points, including 13 in the fourth quarter) to power the comeback. Meanwhile Golden State, missing stars like Stephen Curry, Draymond Green and Jimmy Butler, saw rookie Will Richard score 30 points in his first start — but multiple turnovers and foul trouble prevented them from closing the gap late.
Beyond the stat line, this performance underlines Westbrook’s lasting value as a veteran presence and all-around contributor, while the Kings demonstrated depth and resilience. The win sets a positive tone as Sacramento builds cohesion and identity in this season, even while absorbing injuries and role changes.
