Triple-Double Milestone and History-Making Performance
Denver Nuggets star Nikola Jokic is on a roll, consistently pushing the limits of his impressive skills on the court. In a recent match against the Dallas Mavericks, the Nuggets secured an easy 99-118 victory, largely thanks to Jamal Murray’s 45-point scoring spree. Jokic, however, was the one making waves with his record-breaking performance.
The Serbian player achieved his 146th career triple-double, while etching his name in the history books for the fastest player to accumulate 15,000 points, 7,500 rebounds, and 5,000 assists in the NBA. This remarkable feat took Jokic 709 games, surpassing the previous record held by Larry Bird, who achieved it in 799 matches.
Jokic is now a top contender to claim his fourth MVP title, thanks to his versatility and impressive numbers. He is averaging a near-triple-double with 31.2 points, 13.2 rebounds, and 9.8 assists per game, leading his team to a strong position in the Western Conference.
An Exclusive Club
In addition to breaking Larry Bird’s record, Jokic also joined the ranks of legendary Kareem Abdul-Jabbar in an exclusive club of players with at least 5,000 assists in their careers. This milestone solidifies Jokic’s status as one of the greatest players of his generation.
As the season progresses, all eyes will be on Jokic to see if he can sustain his incredible form and propel his team to championship success.