2023-12-29 05:32:01
DENVER (AP) — Nikola Jokic was perfect on field goals and free throws to total 26 points, 14 rebounds and 10 assists on Thursday, as the Denver Nuggets beat the Memphis Grizzlies 142-105.
Jokic made all 11 of his field goals, hit his only three-pointer and converted all three of his attempts from the penalty line. The performance followed another near-perfect performance Monday, when he made all 18 of his free throws in a 120-114 victory over Golden State.
This time, the Nuggets scored their most points so far this season.
Serbian Jokic had 116 triple doubles in the regular season during his career. It is the fourth highest number in NBA history.
He is 22 behind Magic Johnson, who is third on the list. Russell Westbrook is the absolute leader with 198 triple doubles, while Oscar Robertson achieved 181.
Memphis played without Ja Morant, due to illness. The star missed his first game since he returned after serving a 25-game suspension.
The Grizzlies had won all four of their games under Morant.
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