Latest News: 29-Years Old Man Makes History as Nuggets Dominate Wizards
Nikola Jokic has now accomplished a triple-double against every team in the NBA, joining the exclusive club with LeBron James and Russell Westbrook.
This achievement is incredibly rare for an individual player in the NBA. Not only did he secure a triple-double, but he did so with remarkable stats: 21 points, 19 rebounds, and 15 assists, all while shooting a perfect 10 for 10 from the field.
The first player to record
20+ PTS
15+ REB
15+ AST
100 FG%in a game, in over 40 seasons. pic.twitter.com/riyFgCmNAB
— StatMuse (@statmuse) February 23, 2024
Jokic made history last night by breaking multiple records. He became the first player in NBA history to achieve a game with 20+ points, 15+ rebounds, and 15+ assists while maintaining a flawless shooting record in the last 40 seasons.
Witnessing Nikola Jokic Making History
“If you thought last night’s record-breaking feats were finished, you’d be mistaken. Nikola Jokic also set a new record for the most games with a triple-double while shooting 100% from the field, totaling four such games. The only other player besides Wilt Chamberlain to achieve multiple triple-doubles on perfect shooting is Draymond Green.
Jokic effortlessly controls the game, and his performance last night was yet another display of his dominance. It appears to be increasingly effortless for him as time goes on. This marks his first season in which he has recorded multiple flawless triple-doubles, and there’s still potential for him to notch more.”
Other Bright Spots for the Denver Nuggets
Peyton Watson delivered an outstanding performance once again for the Nuggets, achieving a new personal best with four blocks, including several impressive chase-downs. He’s proven to be a significant game-changer for the team, with their success often tied to his strong performances.
Additionally, Zeke Nnaji had a notable showing, contributing four blocks and shooting an impressive 4/5 from the field. This marked one of his standout performances of the season. Nnaji’s consistency has fluctuated throughout the year, with sporadic appearances in the rotation. To secure a steady spot in the lineup for the playoffs, he’ll need more displays like last night’s.
Tonight, the Nuggets face a back-to-back challenge against the Trail Blazers in Portland, coinciding with Jamal Murray’s birthday. Here’s hoping they can secure a win to commemorate the occasion.