Russell Westbrook, the NBA's all-time leader in triple-doubles, has announced his retirement after 18 seasons. Westbrook finishes his career with 209 triple-doubles, the most in league history. He was named the NBA's Most Valuable Player in 2017, earned nine All-Star selections, and won two scoring titles. According to CBS Sports, he also ranks 14th on the league's all-time scoring list with 27,176 points and fifth in career assists with 10,351. Known for his explosive athleticism and relentless competitiveness, Westbrook's career was one of the most statistically dominant in basketball history. His retirement ends an era defined by triple-double seasons and a distinctive, high-energy playing style. The reports describe his career as wild and note he is stepping away after 18 seasons.