Has Russell Westbrook ever won MVP?

Has Russell Westbrook ever won MVP?

Russell Westbrook won the 2016-17 NBA MVP award in large part because he averaged a triple-double. After watching Kevin Durant bolt for the Golden State Warriors, Westbrook carried the Thunder to the No.

Is Westbrook the goat?

Russell Westbrook is not the G.O.A.T. He is not even the best current player in the league. It is debatable, but I wouldn't even call him the best point guard in the league right now either. He will probably make the Hall of Fame, and he is a great player with incredible athleticism, but he is in no way the G.O.A.T.

Where does Westbrook rank all time?

Beal's shot gave Westbrook his 10th assist of the game and his 181st career triple-double, tying Oscar Robertson's all-time triple-double mark....

RANK	PLAYER	TRIPLE-DOUBLES
1	Russell Westbrook	181
2	LeBron James	99
3	James Harden	58
4	Nikola Jokić	56

What seed was Russell Westbrook when he won MVP?

But the main thing going against him is the Warriors are going to finish in either eighth or ninth place in the Western Conference. "If I'm not mistaken, Russell Westbrook won MVP [in 2016-17] and they were the seventh or eighth seed," Draymond said to Sam Amick of The Athletic.

How many MVPs do Russell Westbrook have?

Westbrook was voted to start in his first All-Star Game in 2016, and he earned his second MVP award after a 196–173 win by the West. He recorded 31 points, eight rebounds, five assists, and five steals in 22 minutes, and became the first player in All-Star history to win consecutive MVPs outright.

How tall is Ja Morant?

6′ 3″ Ja Morant/Altezza

Was kd an MVP?

Kevin Durant, in full Kevin Wayne Durant, (born Septem, Washington, D.C., U.S.), American professional basketball player who won the 2013–14 National Basketball Association (NBA) Most Valuable Player (MVP) award and established himself as one of the best players of his generation while only in his early 20s ...

Why is Russ nickname Brodie?

Russell Westbrook calls himself, one of his brothers, and his Maltese dog “The Brodie” (on social media). I haven't seen any confirmed stories for the nickname's origin. A plausible theory is that “brodie” is just a slang term for “bro” or “dude”, and the nickname originated from Westbrook's LA area, childhood roots.

Is Westbrook Top 10?

Among the top 10 point guards according to USA Today, Westbrook ranked first in rebounds (11.5) and assists (11.7) and sixth in points (22.2). He ranked eighth in 3-point percentage (31.5%) and ninth in field-goal percentage (43.9%).

Is Russell Westbrook a top 5 PG?

Russell Westbrook is the 10th best point guard ever. His triple-double ability and incredible athleticism make him one of the best individuals to have ever played basketball. He is by far the most explosive and athletic point guard ever, and his accolades speak for themselves when ranking him among the top ten.

Is Russel Westbrook going to be MVP?

• A nine-time All-Star and nine-time All-NBA selection, Westbrook has been the league's scoring champion and assists champion twice. He was named the league's MVP in 2016-17 after he became the first player to average a triple-double for an entire season since Oscar Robertson in 1961-62.

Does Russell Westbrook have a championship ring?

• Russell Westbrook A nine-time NBA All-Star and eight-time All-NBA Team member, Russell Westbrook won two consecutive NBA All-Star Game Most Valuable Player awards. But he is yet to win a championship ring. 4. Karl Malone

Is Russell Westbrook the best player in the NBA?

• Why Russell Westbrook Is The Best Player In The NBA. Spearheaded by his trademark passion and non-stop motor, the Thunder are 10-2 since the return of Westbrook. Consequently, OKC is one of the hottest teams in the NBA — ambushing their way up the Western Conference standings.

What team does Russell Westbrook play for?

• Russell Westbrook. Team(s): Short bio: Russell Westbrook Jr. (born Novem) is an American professional basketball player who currently plays for the Oklahoma City Thunder of the National Basketball Association (NBA).