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Jokić triple-double makes NBA history in Nuggets’ OT win over Suns
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The Serbian became the first player to record triple-double with over 30 points, 20 rebounds and 20 assists

Nikola Jokić delivered a historic performance on Friday night, posting 31 points, 21 rebounds, and a career-high 22 assists as the Denver Nuggets edged the Phoenix Suns 149-141 in overtime. Jokić became the first player in NBA history to record a triple-double with at least 30 points, 20 rebounds, and 20 assists.

The reigning MVP notched his 29th triple-double of the season, tying his own franchise record and bringing his career total to 149. Aaron Gordon supported with a career-best seven three-pointers, finishing with 27 points for the Nuggets.

Phoenix fought back from a 21-point deficit, with Kevin Durant forcing overtime on a clutch three-pointer at the regulation buzzer. However, Jokić opened the extra period with a floater, sparking a 7-0 Denver run. Christian Braun sealed the victory with a dunk and layup, giving the Nuggets an 11-point cushion with under a minute left.

The Suns, who overcame a 23-point deficit earlier in the week against the Clippers, nearly pulled off another dramatic comeback. They erased a 21-point gap in the third quarter, briefly leading 122-120 in the final minute. However, Denver responded, with Braun drilling a three-pointer with 1.4 seconds remaining to regain the lead.