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A remarkable milestone for a single NBA season is achieved by a European trio.

During the 2013-14 NBA season, Lance Stephenson topped the league with five triple-doubles, showcasing the rarity of such an accomplishment a decade ago. However, this season’s landscape demonstrates a significant shift in this regard. For instance, Josh Hart, who currently ranks fifth in triple-doubles, has already surpassed Stephenson’s total from a decade ago.

While Russell Westbrook is often credited for spearheading the triple-double revolution, three European players have notably elevated the art of filling up the stat sheet. On a recent Tuesday night, Luka Doncic secured his 20th triple-double of the season, notching 30 points, 12 rebounds, and 11 assists against the Warriors. With this feat, Doncic joins Domantas Sabonis and Nikola Jokic as the third player to achieve 20 or more triple-doubles in a single season, marking a historic moment in NBA history.

To put this accomplishment into perspective, consider that last year, only Jokic exceeded the 20-triple-double mark with 29, and no player reached this milestone in the 2021-22 season. Remarkably, Westbrook in 2016 was the first player to surpass the 20-triple-double threshold since Wilt Chamberlain in the 1967-68 season.

As triple-doubles become more common, there is a growing perception that the once highly coveted statistic is beginning to lose its significance. This sentiment is exemplified by the fact that Sabonis, who leads the league in triple-doubles this season, was overlooked for a spot in the All-Star team. This suggests a potential shift in the valuation of triple-doubles compared to previous years.

Looking ahead, it’s conceivable that in another decade, multiple players could be averaging a triple-double and still miss out on All-Star selection, indicating a further evolution in the perception of this statistical achievement.