Oscar Robertson says he's rooting for Russell Westbrook to record most triple doubles
Robertson had 41 triple doubles in one season. Westbrook has 38
Oscar Robertson is cheering for Russell Westbrook to break his record of 41 triple double in a single season.
Westbrook has 38 triple doubles so far.
Per ESPN, Speaking at the Final Four in Phoenix on Friday, Robertson told ESPN's Andy Katz that "I'm rooting for him" to break the record and that "I hope he does it."
"I always thought he was a great basketball player," Robertson said of Westbrook. "I was talking to some basketball people the other night, and I said, 'I don't think any of these guards can beat him on a one-on-one game.' I think he's been tremendous for the team, his fans and also for television."
Robertson also endorsed Westbrook as deserving of MVP honors for his season's accomplishments.
Westbrook has 38 triple doubles so far.
Per ESPN, Speaking at the Final Four in Phoenix on Friday, Robertson told ESPN's Andy Katz that "I'm rooting for him" to break the record and that "I hope he does it."
"I always thought he was a great basketball player," Robertson said of Westbrook. "I was talking to some basketball people the other night, and I said, 'I don't think any of these guards can beat him on a one-on-one game.' I think he's been tremendous for the team, his fans and also for television."
Robertson also endorsed Westbrook as deserving of MVP honors for his season's accomplishments.
E. Carchia
@Sportando
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