Nikola Jokic made a triumphant return to the Denver Nuggets lineup with an impressive triple-double performance, scoring 35 points, dishing out 15 assists, and grabbing 12 rebounds in a 124-105 victory over the struggling Brooklyn Nets. This marked Jokic’s 145th career triple-double, showcasing his incredible versatility on the court. On the other side, Russell Westbrook added to his historic triple-double record with his 202nd career triple-double, solidifying his place in NBA history.
Ben Simmons made his first appearance for the Nets since January 1st, contributing 10 points and six assists in the losing effort. Brooklyn has now lost four consecutive games and 12 of their last 15, struggling to find their footing in a competitive NBA season. Keon Johnson stood out for the Nets with 22 points, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the dominant performance by Jokic and the Nuggets.
This victory adds to the Denver Nuggets’ strong season, solidifying their position as a contender in the Western Conference. With Jokic leading the way and Westbrook providing valuable contributions, the Nuggets are poised to make a deep playoff run. The Nets, on the other hand, will need to regroup and find ways to turn their season around as they continue to face challenges on the court.
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