Nikola Jokic makes NBA history in Denver Nuggets vs. Miami Heat

On November 9, 2024By Littum

The Denver Nuggets won their fourth in a row on Friday night, defeating the Miami Heat by a final score of 135-122. This was the injury return of starting point guard Jamal Murray, who had missed the last three games in the NBA’s concussion protocol.

Murray played 35 minutes in his return and had 28 points, six assists and four rebounds. Murray re-entered Denver’s starting lineup, sending Russell Westbrook back to the bench. The 17-year veteran recorded 10 assists in just 24 minutes.

While Denver got contributions from up and down its roster, it was three-time MVP Nikola Jokic who once again led the way. With 30 points, 14 assists and 11 rebounds, Jokic recorded his 135th career triple-double.

Nikola Jokic tonight:

30 POINTS
14 HELP
11 REBOUNDS
11/13 FG
100% 3P

UNSTOPPABLE POWER. pic.twitter.com/4Foru37n91

— Legion Hoops (@LegionHoops) November 9, 2024

In addition to the win, Jokic made NBA history with his stat line. With 30 points, 14 assists and 11 rebounds and 84 percent shooting, Jokic joined NBA legend Wilt Chamberlain as just the second player in NBA history to record that line of at least 80 percent from the field (via Basketball References StatHead).

This was Jokic’s third career 30-point triple-double on at least 80 percent shooting. Only Chamberlain has more, which is fitting when you consider how many rosters include only Jokic and Chamberlain.

30-point triple-doubles on 80+ FG%:

3 – Jokic
3 — Every player over the past 40 years combined pic.twitter.com/dHSUv4GNnU

— StatMuse (@statmuse) November 9, 2024

Already a three-time MVP, Jokic will be back in contention for the award again this season if the Nuggets continue to win games.

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