Nikola Jokić Sets Scoring Record in Thrilling Overtime Loss to Minnesota
Jokić scores 61 points, the highest ever for a triple-double in NBA history, but Denver falls to Minnesota 140-139.
In a closely contested match, the Denver Nuggets fell to the Minnesota Timberwolves 140-139 after two overtimes, ending their two-game winning streak in the NBA.
Serbian center Nikola Jokić highlighted the game with a remarkable triple-double performance, scoring a career-high 61 points, alongside 10 rebounds and 10 assists.
This achievement marks the highest number of points recorded in a triple-double in league history, surpassing the previous record of 60 points set by Luka Dončić in 2022 and James Harden in 2018.
Jokić played for an extensive 52 minutes and 38 seconds, showcasing his skills with dominant scoring and playmaking.
Teammate Aaron Gordon contributed significantly as well, scoring 30 points with eight rebounds and five assists, while Christian Braun added 18 points and 12 rebounds.
For the Timberwolves, Anthony Edwards led the team with 34 points, complemented by 10 rebounds and eight assists.
Nikhil Alexander-Walker also made a notable impact with 26 points, contributing eight assists and seven rebounds.
Julius Randle matched Alexander-Walker's point total, providing nine rebounds and seven assists.
Crucial moments unfolded late in the second overtime when Jokić made one of two free throws to give the Nuggets a brief 139-138 lead.
Minnesota failed to capitalize on their subsequent possession, leading to a stolen ball by Russell Westbrook, who then fouled Alexander-Walker during a three-point attempt.
Alexander-Walker successfully converted two of his free throws, and after missing his third, secured the victory for Minnesota.
Elsewhere in the night’s NBA action, the Golden State Warriors defeated the Memphis Grizzlies 134-125, climbing to fifth place in the Western Conference standings.
Star player Stephen Curry was instrumental in the win, scoring 52 points, along with 10 rebounds, eight assists, and five steals, featuring 12 three-pointers made out of 20 attempts.
Jimmy Butler contributed 27 points with six rebounds and four assists, while Draymond Green achieved a triple-double with 13 points, 12 assists, and 10 rebounds.
The Grizzlies, experiencing their third consecutive loss, saw Ja Morant lead their scoring with 36 points.
In another matchup, the Milwaukee Bucks emerged victorious against the Phoenix Suns with a score of 133-123, snapping a four-game losing streak.
Giannis Antetokounmpo led the Bucks with 37 points, 11 assists, five rebounds, and three steals, while Ryan Rollins and Brook Lopez both added 23 points apiece.
Milwaukee posted a franchise-record 68.9% shooting performance, breaking a previous record from 1985. Phoenix's Devin Booker was the game's top scorer with 39 points, but the Suns fell to their fourth straight defeat, missing key players Kevin Durant, Bradley Beal, and Royce O'Neale due to injuries and illness.
In other games, the Chicago Bulls beat the Toronto Raptors 137-118, securing a spot in the play-in tournament.
The Bulls were driven by strong performances from Coby White and Taylen Horton-Tucker, who scored 28 and 27 points, respectively, while Nikola Vučević added 22 points, 10 rebounds, and seven assists.
Results from other games included the Atlanta Hawks losing to the Portland Trail Blazers 113-127 and the San Antonio Spurs falling to the Orlando Magic 105-116.
Serbian center Nikola Jokić highlighted the game with a remarkable triple-double performance, scoring a career-high 61 points, alongside 10 rebounds and 10 assists.
This achievement marks the highest number of points recorded in a triple-double in league history, surpassing the previous record of 60 points set by Luka Dončić in 2022 and James Harden in 2018.
Jokić played for an extensive 52 minutes and 38 seconds, showcasing his skills with dominant scoring and playmaking.
Teammate Aaron Gordon contributed significantly as well, scoring 30 points with eight rebounds and five assists, while Christian Braun added 18 points and 12 rebounds.
For the Timberwolves, Anthony Edwards led the team with 34 points, complemented by 10 rebounds and eight assists.
Nikhil Alexander-Walker also made a notable impact with 26 points, contributing eight assists and seven rebounds.
Julius Randle matched Alexander-Walker's point total, providing nine rebounds and seven assists.
Crucial moments unfolded late in the second overtime when Jokić made one of two free throws to give the Nuggets a brief 139-138 lead.
Minnesota failed to capitalize on their subsequent possession, leading to a stolen ball by Russell Westbrook, who then fouled Alexander-Walker during a three-point attempt.
Alexander-Walker successfully converted two of his free throws, and after missing his third, secured the victory for Minnesota.
Elsewhere in the night’s NBA action, the Golden State Warriors defeated the Memphis Grizzlies 134-125, climbing to fifth place in the Western Conference standings.
Star player Stephen Curry was instrumental in the win, scoring 52 points, along with 10 rebounds, eight assists, and five steals, featuring 12 three-pointers made out of 20 attempts.
Jimmy Butler contributed 27 points with six rebounds and four assists, while Draymond Green achieved a triple-double with 13 points, 12 assists, and 10 rebounds.
The Grizzlies, experiencing their third consecutive loss, saw Ja Morant lead their scoring with 36 points.
In another matchup, the Milwaukee Bucks emerged victorious against the Phoenix Suns with a score of 133-123, snapping a four-game losing streak.
Giannis Antetokounmpo led the Bucks with 37 points, 11 assists, five rebounds, and three steals, while Ryan Rollins and Brook Lopez both added 23 points apiece.
Milwaukee posted a franchise-record 68.9% shooting performance, breaking a previous record from 1985. Phoenix's Devin Booker was the game's top scorer with 39 points, but the Suns fell to their fourth straight defeat, missing key players Kevin Durant, Bradley Beal, and Royce O'Neale due to injuries and illness.
In other games, the Chicago Bulls beat the Toronto Raptors 137-118, securing a spot in the play-in tournament.
The Bulls were driven by strong performances from Coby White and Taylen Horton-Tucker, who scored 28 and 27 points, respectively, while Nikola Vučević added 22 points, 10 rebounds, and seven assists.
Results from other games included the Atlanta Hawks losing to the Portland Trail Blazers 113-127 and the San Antonio Spurs falling to the Orlando Magic 105-116.
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