Jokic totaled 36 points (14-25 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 5-6 FT), 21 rebounds, eight assists, one block and two steals across 43 minutes during Saturday's 101-99 victory over the Clippers in Game 4 of the first round of the Western Conference playoffs.
Jokic played with a purpose, narrowly getting the Nuggets over the line to level the series with the Clippers. Although he fell short of another triple-double, it was Jokic who did the bulk of the scoring, while adding a series-high 21 rebounds. The two teams will now head back to Denver for what promises to be a pivotal Game 5, with both teams likely feeling confident.
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Nuggets' Nikola Jokic: Strong performance despite loss
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Jokic closed Thursday's 117-83 loss to the Clippers in Game 3 of the first round of the Western Conference playoffs with 23 points (9-14 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 3-4 FT), 13 rebounds, 13 assists and one steal over 37 minutes.
Jokic did his thing despite the loss, recording another playoff triple-double. Performances like this are basically par for the course at this point, continuing what has been another standout season. While the numbers were fantastic, Jokic received very little support outside of Jamal Murray, leading to a blowout loss. Game 4 is scheduled for Saturday, where the Nuggets will look to bounce back against a Clippers team full of confidence.
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Nuggets' Nikola Jokic: Another triple-double in loss
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Jokic closed Monday's 105-102 loss to the Clippers in Game 2 of the first round of the Western Conference playoffs with 26 points (8-16 FG, 4-8 3Pt, 6-10 FT), 12 rebounds, 10 assists and three steals in 43 minutes.
Jokic dished up another masterful performance, recording his fourth triple-double in the past six games. Despite his efforts, the Nuggets lost home-court advantage to the Clippers and will now need to turn things around if they hope to push into the second round of the playoffs. Jokic will likely be at the forefront of their efforts, as he's been dishing up video-game numbers on a nightly basis.
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Nuggets' Nikola Jokic: Just misses Game 1 triple-double
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Jokic contributed 29 points (12-24 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 4-6 FT), nine rebounds, 12 assists, one block and three steals in 46 minutes during Saturday's 112-110 overtime victory over the Clippers in Game 1 of the first round of the Western Conference playoffs.
The three-time MVP came up big as expected for the Nuggets, with his two free throws late in OT providing the winning margin. Jokic fell just short of his 19th career playoff triple-double, and he's been an even bigger defensive asset than usual of late, recording multiple steals in eight straight appearances dating back to March 28.
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Nuggets' Nikola Jokic: Finishes season with lower total
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Jokic closed with 18 points (7-10 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 1-2 FT), seven rebounds, seven assists, one block and two steals over 31 minutes during Sunday's 126-111 win over Houston.
Sunday's performance was subpar by Jokic's standards, as the nightly triple-double threat played somewhat passively to stay fresh for the playoff run. The Rockets limited minutes for their starters, and Jokic did more than enough to keep Alperen Sengun in check while he was on the floor. Jokic finished the season as the third player in NBA history to average a triple-double. Over 69 games, he averaged 29.8 points, 12.8 rebounds, 10.3 assists, 1.8 steals and 0.6 blocks.
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Nuggets' Nikola Jokic: Another masterclass Friday
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Jokic ended with 26 points (11-19 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 3-7 FT), 16 rebounds, 13 assists and two steals across 41 minutes during Friday's 117-109 victory over the Grizzlies.
Jokic recorded yet another triple-double, helping the Nuggets to a crucial victory. This means he will now end the season averaging a triple-double, becoming just the third player in history to do so. He and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander appear to be neck-and-neck when it comes to this year's Most Valuable Player award. No matter the result, Jokic has once again put together an MVP-caliber season and will look to propel the Nuggets in the postseason.
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Nuggets' Nikola Jokic: Another triple-double Wednesday
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Jokic notched 20 points (5-12 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 10-10 FT), 12 rebounds, 11 assists and four steals over 38 minutes during Wednesday's 124-116 win over the Kings.
It's the 33rd triple-double of the season for Jokic and his fourth in six appearances since returning from an ankle injury. The perennial MVP candidate is averaging 36.8 points, 12.2 boards, 9.8 assists, 2.8 threes and 2.3 steals during that six-game stretch, and the Nuggets' shocking late-season coaching change doesn't seem to have derailed Jokic's focus or momentum as the team tried to make sure it avoids dropping back into the Play-In Tournament.
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Nuggets' Nikola Jokic: Triple-doubles in loss to Indiana
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Jokic produced 41 points (18-33 FG, 3-11 3Pt, 2-3 FT), 15 rebounds, 13 assists, one block and two steals over 39 minutes during Sunday's 125-120 loss to the Pacers.
Jokic was dominant on both ends of the court, and it wasn't surprising to see the star big man end with another triple-double in the absence of Jamal Murray (hamstring). Jokic has recorded three triple-doubles in five games since returning from a five-game absence in mid-March due to a left ankle impingement, a span in which he also posted a career-high 61 points in a loss to Minnesota on April 1.
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Nuggets' Nikola Jokic: Flirts with triple-double in loss
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Jokic ended with 33 points (13-17 FG, 4-7 3Pt, 3-3 FT), 12 rebounds, nine assists and two steals across 37 minutes during Friday's 118-104 loss to the Warriors.
Jokic needed one more assist to hit the triple-double milestone, and he was Denver's best weapon on both ends of the court while the team suffered its third consecutive loss. Jamal Murray's (hamstring) absence has compromised the team's efficiency, but Jokic will always be a valuable fantasy target, win or lose.
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Nuggets' Nikola Jokic: Playing vs. Golden State
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Jokic (ankle) has been upgraded to available for Friday's game against the Warriors.
Jokic will return to the lineup after a one-game absence, and he'll look to build off his epic performance the last time he saw the court, when he posted a career-high 61 points in a double-overtime loss to the Timberwolves on April 1. Jokic is averaging 32.8 points, 13.0 rebounds and 8.9 assists per game since the beginning of March.
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Nuggets' Nikola Jokic: Probable for Friday
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Jokic (ankle) has been listed as probable for Friday's game against the Warriors.
Jokic will return to the floor for the Nuggets on Friday after missing Wednesday's game against the Spurs due to an ankle issue. The superstar is coming off a career-best 61-point triple-double in a heartbreaking loss to the Timberwolves and will be looking to bounce back against Golden State on the road.
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Nuggets' Nikola Jokic: Ruled out against San Antonio
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Jokic (ankle) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Spurs, Brendan Vogt of TheDNVR.com reports.
Jokic will not play in the second game of a back-to-back Wednesday against the Spurs. The superstar big man continues to manage an ankle injury during the final stretch of the regular season. Denver will likely turn to Zeke Nnaji and DeAndre Jordan to pick up the slack in the frontcourt in Denver.
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Nuggets' Nikola Jokic: Questionable vs. San Antonio
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Jokic (ankle) has been listed as questionable for Wednesday's game against the Spurs.
Jokic is coming off a career-best 61 points in the loss to the Timberwolves and may end up missing the second night of a back-to-back against the Spurs on Wednesday. If the superstar big man is ruled out, the Nuggets will likely lean heavily on Aaron Gordon (calf), Zeke Nnaji and DeAndre Jordan to shoulder the load in the frontcourt.
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Nuggets' Nikola Jokic: Delivers 61-point triple-double
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Jokic amassed 61 points (18-29 FG, 6-11 3Pt, 19-24 FT), 11 rebounds, 10 assists and two steals across 53 minutes Tuesday in the Nuggets' 140-139 double-overtime loss to the Timberwolves.
Jokic had 49 points through four quarters, but the extra overtime periods allowed him to tack on another 12 points and reach the highest scoring total by an NBA player this season. He also became the third player in NBA history to record a 60-point triple-double. Despite the massive game by Jokic, the Nuggets ended up dropping a grueling, hard-fought matchup that featured 21 lead changes. Denver will wrap up a back-to-back set Wednesday against the Spurs, and after logging a heavy workload Tuesday, Jokic could be a candidate to rest.
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Nuggets' Nikola Jokic: Cleared to play Tuesday
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Jokic (ankle) is available for Tuesday's game against the Timberwolves.
Jokic will suit up for his third straight outing following a five-game absence due to a left ankle impingement. Over his last two appearances, the three-time MVP has amassed 66 points, 24 rebounds, 16 assists and four steals across 70 total minutes. He has shot 55.8 percent from the field and 36.4 percent from beyond the arc in that two-game span.
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Nuggets' Nikola Jokic: Probable for Tuesday
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Jokic (ankle) is probable for Tuesday's game versus Minnesota.
Jokic missed five straight games in mid-March, but he's made two straight appearances and will likely suit up again Tuesday. In his last two appearances, Jokic has been exceptional with 33.0 points, 12.0 rebounds, 8.0 assists, 2.0 steals and 2.0 three-pointers.
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Nuggets' Nikola Jokic: Stuffs stat sheet Friday
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Jokic finished with 27 points (8-18 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 10-12 FT), 14 rebounds, six assists and four steals in 32 minutes during Friday's 129-93 win over the Jazz.
Jokic finished just four assists away from recording a triple-double, but his ability to fill the stat sheet wasn't the only thing that stood out. The star center will probably most be remembered for the absurd buzzer-beater he sank with a one-handed shot from the Nuggets' three-point line. This was the sixth straight game in which Jokic scored more than 25 points, a span in which he's also recorded three double-doubles and one triple-double.
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Nuggets' Nikola Jokic: Delivers triple-double in return
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Jokic (ankle) logged 39 points (16-25 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 4-7 FT), 10 rebounds and 10 assists across 38 minutes in Wednesday's 127-117 victory over Milwaukee.
Back in action after a five-game absence due to a left ankle impingement, Jokic immediately picked up where he left off. He came through with his 30th triple-double of the season and delivering a few jaw-dropping highlights in the process. Though his recent stretch of missed games was undoubtedly frustrating for managers who had been hoping to ride him during the fantasy playoffs, Jokic looks healthy again and ready to produce at his usual elite level for those who are still active in leagues.
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Nuggets' Nikola Jokic: Gets green light for Wednesday
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Jokic (ankle) is available to play in Wednesday's game against the Bucks.
The star center will be back in action after a five-game absence due to a left ankle impingement, though he could face some light restrictions with his workload. Prior to his recent absence, Jokic was performing at an MVP level through his first eight appearances of March, averaging 29.3 points, 13.6 rebounds, 9.0 assists, 1.6 steals, 1.4 three-pointers and 0.9 blocks in 39.8 minutes per game over eight contests.
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Nuggets' Nikola Jokic: Now questionable for Wednesday
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Jokic (ankle) has been upgraded to questionable for Wednesday's game against the Bucks.
Jokic was previously listed as doubtful, but his upgrade in status offers hope that he'll making hisreturn from a five-game absence due to a left ankle impingement. If he does get the green light to play, Jokic could face restrictions in his first game back. Look for DeAndre Jordan to move back to the bench if Jokic is cleared ahead of the 9 p.m. ET tipoff.
