Russell Westbrook’s history-making triple-double this week came at a cost until it didn’t.
The NBA rescinded a technical foul called against Westbrook on Tuesday for staring down Grizzlies forward Santi Aldama after driving past him for a layup — saving Westbrook the accompanying $2,000 fine.
“I get my money back,” he said Thursday, laughing. “I can keep it in my pocket now.”
Westbrook’s reaction to the call was more bewildered than outraged. It happened late in the third quarter, as he was closing in on a triple-double that made him the first player in NBA history with 200.