Nikola Jokić put on a historic performance in the Denver Nuggets’ 149-141 victory over the Phoenix Suns, recording an astonishing **31 points, 21 rebounds, and 22 assists**—making him just the second player in NBA history to achieve a **30-20-20** triple-double.
Jokić dominated from start to finish, controlling the tempo with his elite playmaking and scoring efficiently. He shot **13-of-22** from the field, showing his usual touch around the rim and mid-range prowess. His **22 assists** were a career-high and the most in a triple-double since Wilt Chamberlain. Every Nuggets starter benefited from Jokić’s vision, with Michael Porter Jr. and Jamal Murray combining for 55 points.
Denver needed every bit of Jokić’s brilliance in this high-scoring battle, as Kevin Durant and Devin Booker led the Suns with **40 and 36 points, respectively**. Phoenix kept the game close, but Jokić’s clutch passing and rebounding ensured Denver pulled away late. His **21 rebounds** included several key offensive boards that extended possessions and helped seal the win.
This performance further cements Jokić’s case for a third MVP, as he continues to put up numbers rarely seen in NBA history. The Nuggets improved to **45-19**, keeping pace in the Western Conference race.
With Jokić playing at this level, Denver remains a serious title contender, and performances like this remind the league why he is one of the most unique and dominant players of all time.
