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NEW YORK, NEW YORK - FEBRUARY 04: Nikola Jokic #15 of the Denver Nuggets reacts during the first quarter against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden on February 04, 2026 in New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Pamela Smith/Getty Images)
On Tuesday evening, the Denver Nuggets played the Phoenix Suns in Arizona.
The Nuggets won by a score of 125-123.
Nikola Jokic finished the victory with 23 points, 17 rebounds and 17 assists while shooting 9/16 from the field and 0/1 from three-point range in 35 minutes of playing time.
Denver Nuggets Star Nikola Jokic Made NBA History
GettyDENVER, COLORADO – SEPTEMBER 29: Nikola Jokic of the Denver Nuggets fields questions during Media Day at Ball Arena on September 29, 2025 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Matthew Stockman/Getty Images)
Jokic also made NBA history with his incredible performance.
Real App wrote: “Fastest triple-doubles in NBA history: 14:33 — Nikola Jokic (2018) 16:44 — Jalen Johnson (2025) 17:00 — Jim Tucker (1955) 17:35 — Russell Westbrook (2016) 17:41 — Nikola Jokic (Tonight)”
GettyLOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – MARCH 14: Nikola Jokic #15 of the Denver Nuggets looks on during the second half of a game against the Los Angeles Lakers at Crypto.com Arena on March 14, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images)
Jokic is in the middle of another incredible season.
He came into the night with averages of 28.0 points, 12.6 rebounds, 10.6 assists and 1.5 steals per contest while shooting 57.3% from the field and 38.5% from three-point range in 56 games.
Ryan Blackburn of Mile High Sports wrote: “Final Rotations. Nikola Jokic goes for 23-17-17 and a game winner. Jamal Murray made some BIG buckets down the stretch.
Huge win for Denver here. Don’t get it twisted. This was one of the their tougher games remaining and a SUPER valuable game in the standings.”
GettyOAKLAND, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 15: Nikola Jokic #15 of the Denver Nuggets and Chuck’s Global Stars looks on during 2025 NBA All-Star Practice & Media Availability at Oakland Arena on February 15, 2025 in Oakland, California. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)