5 players with most triple-doubles in NBA history

In the NBA, a triple-double performance isn't exactly uncommon, but it also isn't easy to do.

To accomplish these numbers, players must have a lot of concentration and talent. Notable athletes who have achieved the stat line include Oscar Robertson and Russell Westbrook. Nikola Jokic is the newest triple-double machine.

The Denver Nuggets superstar has recorded 109 triple-doubles in his career, surpassing greats like LeBron James and Jason Kidd.

Only a handful of players have recorded over 100 triple-doubles. With that in mind, let's take a look at five NBA players with the most triple-doubles:

Most triple-doubles in NBA

Here're the top five players:

#1 Russell Westbrook (198)

There's no denying that Russell Westbrook is the undisputed king of triple-doubles in the NBA. He has a staggering 198 of them.

Russ is already 34 but still has a lot left in the tank and is on course to reach 200 this season. With the player expected to go on for a few more years, his record could be nearly untouchable.

#2 Oscar Robertson (181)

Before Russell Westbrook came into the NBA, Oscar Robertson held the record for the most triple-doubles in league history.

Robertson played in the league from 1960-1973. It was an era when it was relatively easy to pad stats. He also became the first player to average a triple-double in only his second season. He had 30.8 points, 12.5 rebounds and 11.4 assists per game in the 1961-62 season.

#3 Magic Johnson (138)

Magic Johnson is truly a one-of-a-kind superstar. He came into the league and changed the landscape of the NBA.

After getting drafted by the LA Lakers, Johnson immediately made an impact on the team. He was a special player who made mind-boggling passes, so his nickname was 'Magic'. Aside from dishing out assists, he had the height to grab boards and score.

Johnson recorded 138 triple-doubles in his career.

#4 Nikola Jokic (109)

Nikola Jokic broke LeBron James' triple-double record in the 2023-24 NBA season. He already has six triple-doubles in 16 games. Jokic has redefined the center position with his unique ability to make plays at a high level and run the team as a floor general.

#5 LeBron James (108)

At this point, what record isn't LeBron James on? He's about to break the all-time scoring record; he's one of the top ten players in total assists and fifth overall for most triple-doubles in league history.

What can't he do? He's a scoring machine like Michael Jordan, an impeccable passer like Magic Johnson and can keep with the giants to grab rebounds. "King" James has 108 triple-doubles.