Nikola Jokic Reaches 200 Triple-Doubles as Nuggets Hold Off Pelicans
Nikola Jokic became the second player in NBA history to record 200 career triple-doubles as the Denver Nuggets defeated the New Orleans Pelicans 104-91. Christian Braun hit back-to-back 3-pointers during a critical late stretch to help Denver secure the win.
Jokic reaches 200 triple-doubles as Nuggets hold off Pelicans
Nikola Jokic became the second player in NBA history to record 200 career triple-doubles, leading the Denver Nuggets past the New Orleans Pelicans 104-91 on Wednesday, according to the NBA roundup.
Jokic’s milestone came in a Denver victory that also featured a decisive late stretch from Christian Braun, who made back-to-back 3-pointers as the Nuggets held off New Orleans. The result marked another significant achievement for Jokic while Denver improved its position during the early-season schedule.
The game was one of several notable NBA results reported from Wednesday’s 12-game slate. The roundup also highlighted Stephen Curry’s 44-point performance in Golden State’s win over Minnesota and Cooper Flagg’s 26-point, eight-assist, five-rebound showing in Dallas’ victory over Oklahoma City.
Jokic’s 200th triple-double is the clearest individual landmark from the night, placing him in a rare category in league history. The Nuggets’ victory gave the achievement added significance, coming in a game Denver had to manage against a Pelicans team that remained within reach before Braun’s late shooting helped settle the contest.
No further injury or lineup details surrounding the Nuggets were reported in the available coverage.