The Denver Nuggets secured a decisive 118-99 victory over the Dallas Mavericks on Tuesday night, with Russell Westbrook contributing significantly to the win. Despite a shooting performance of only 3-for-11, Westbrook managed to gather nine points, six rebounds, three assists, two steals, and one block in just 26 minutes of play.
Westbrook is on the verge of a career milestone, needing just nine more points to surpass Vince Carter's 25,728 points and claim the 21st spot on the all-time scoring list. He is currently averaging 13.1 points, 5.1 rebounds, and 6.7 assists this season, showcasing his consistent performance as he aims to pass Hall of Famer Kevin Garnett's record of 26,071 points next.
As one of the premier point guards in NBA history, Westbrook has built a remarkable career, averaging 21.4 points, 7.1 rebounds, and 8.1 assists over 1,201 games played for several teams, including the Oklahoma City Thunder, Washington Wizards, Houston Rockets, Los Angeles Lakers, Los Angeles Clippers, and now the Nuggets. With a current record of 24-15, the Nuggets sit in fourth place in the Western Conference and are enjoying a four-game winning streak, boasting an 8-2 record over their last ten games. They will next host the Houston Rockets at home in Denver.
