triple-double
noun
tri·ple-dou·ble
ˌtri-pəl-ˈdə-bəl 
basketball
: an instance in which a player accumulates a total of 10 or more in three statistical categories (usually points, assists, and rebounds) in one game
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One of the most versatile players in college basketball, Miles’ 12 triple-doubles are the third-most in NCAA history.
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Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Apr. 2026
Nivar also recorded a rare triple-double that included 10 steals.
—Christopher Harris, CBS News, 14 Apr. 2026
Her 12 career triple-doubles are the third-most in NCAA history.
—Mike Cook, Twin Cities, 13 Apr. 2026
His 13 triple-doubles are the most in franchise history and the second-most in the NBA this season behind Nikola Jokić.
—Joe Vardon, New York Times, 12 Apr. 2026
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Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Apr. 2026
Nivar also recorded a rare triple-double that included 10 steals.
—Christopher Harris, CBS News, 14 Apr. 2026
Her 12 career triple-doubles are the third-most in NCAA history.
—Mike Cook, Twin Cities, 13 Apr. 2026
His 13 triple-doubles are the most in franchise history and the second-most in the NBA this season behind Nikola Jokić.
—Joe Vardon, New York Times, 12 Apr. 2026
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“Triple-double.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/triple-double. Accessed 16 Apr. 2026.
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