Russell Westbrook Surpasses Magic Johnson, Ranks 7th in All-Time Assists
Russell Westbrook achieved a significant milestone by surpassing Magic Johnson on the NBA’s all-time assists list. This accomplishment places him seventh overall, a testament to his exceptional career. During a game on December 28, 2025, Westbrook facilitated his 10,142nd assist, helping the Sacramento Kings secure a 113-107 victory over the Dallas Mavericks.
Westbrook’s Historic Night
In addition to passing Johnson, who had 10,141 assists in 906 career games, Westbrook achieved another remarkable feat: he recorded his 2,000th career steal. This moment cemented his status as only the 14th player in NBA history to reach this double milestone.
Game Performance Overview
- Points Scored: 21
- Assists Logged: 9
- Steals Recorded: 2,000th Career Steal
All-Time Assist Leaders
Westbrook’s career totals now stand at 10,149 assists in 1,268 games. Looking ahead, he has the opportunity to climb further up the all-time assists leaderboard. The players he aims to catch this season include:
- 6th Place: Mark Jackson – 10,334 assists in 1,296 games
- 5th Place: Steve Nash – 10,335 assists in 1,217 games
- 4th Place: LeBron James – 11,673 assists in 1,575 games
Defensive Achievements
Westbrook’s defensive prowess also remains noteworthy. With an average of 1.5 steals per game this season, he is on track to surpass both Mookie Blaylock (2,075 steals) and Karl Malone (2,085 steals), aiming for higher positions on the all-time steals list.
Overall, Russell Westbrook’s achievements highlight his skill and determination on the court, reinforcing his status as one of the NBA’s elite players.
