Never miss a moment with the latest news, trending stories and highlights to bring you closer to your favorite players and teams.
Download now: https://app.link.nba.com/NBAapp
The Denver Nuggets outscored the New Orleans Pelicans 40-21 in the final frame and won the game, 134-116. Nikola Jokic compiled his 108th career triple-double with 35 points, 14 rebounds, and 12 assists while Michael Porter Jr. (22 points, 9 rebounds) and Julian Strawther (21 points) totaled 43 points. Jordan Hawkins led the Pelicans with a career-high in points and 3PT FG (31 points, 7-14 3PT) as Zion Williamson (20 points, 10 rebounds, 9 assists) and Brandon Ingram (22 points, 5 assists) combined for 42 points. Denver improves to 7-1 while New Orleans moves to 4-3 on the year.
With the 108th triple-double of his career, Nikola Jokic passed Jason Kidd and LeBron James for fourth-most all-time in NBA history:
1. Russell Westbrook – 198
2. Oscar Robertson – 181
3. Magic Johnson – 138
4. Nikola Jokic – 108
5. Jason Kidd and LeBron James – 107