Published 16:33 IST, November 12th 2019
Russell Westbrook turns 31: Relive 5 bizarre career clutch moments
Houston Rockets' point guard Russell Westbrook turns 31 years old on November 12. Here are the player's finest clutch moments over the span of his NBA career.
Russell Westbrook played 11 NBA seasons for Oklahoma City Thunder (2008-2019) before playing for Houston Rockets this year. Westbrook was also the NBA MVP award in 2017. He currently averages at 21.9 points, 8.7 rebounds and 7.4 assists. On the occasion of his 31st birthday, take a look at some of Westbrook's finest career clutch moments.
Oklahoma City Thunder vs Sacramento Kings ( NBA 2017-18, February 23)
Westbrook shot a three-pointer down the stretch that earned his team a 110-107 victory. The guard made the shot off an inbounds pass as the time ran out. Westbrook ended the game with 17 points.
Oklahoma City Thunder vs Washington Wizards (NBA 2014-2015, January 22)
Westbrook made the winning bucket with 0.8 seconds left in the game, giving Oklahoma City a 105-103 overtime win. The player made a layup after an inbounds pass. Westbrook finished with 32 points to his name.
Oklahoma City Thunder vs Golden State Warriors (NBA 2013-2014, November 29)
Westbrook led the Thunder to another overtime victory. The guard dropped a corner three-pointer over Harrison Barnes with 0.1 seconds left on the clock. Thunder won the game 112-113. Westbrook scored 34 points and 7 assists.
Oklahoma City Thunder vs Utah Jazz (NBA 2016-2017, January 23)
Oklahoma City won the game 97-95. Westbrook made a pull-up jumper with 1.4 seconds left on the clock. The guard scored a triple-double as he recorded 38 points, 11 rebounds and 10 assists.
Oklahoma City Thunder vs Atlanta Hawks (NBA 2017-2018, December 22)
Westbrook led his team to a 117-120 point victory. He scored a three-pointer with 1.7 seconds left in Q4, which gave Thunder the three-point win. The former MVP ended the game with 30 points and 15 assists.
Updated 20:25 IST, November 12th 2019