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Jokic Hits Season-High 34 as Nuggets Lead Wire-to-Wire Past Kings

Jokic's early-season streak of double-doubles, following four opening triple-doubles, underscores Denver's six-game hold on Sacramento.

Overview

  • Denver defeated Sacramento 130-124 without trailing, extending its run to six consecutive wins in the matchup.
  • Christian Braun delivered a season-best 21 points in a bounce-back outing, and Aaron Gordon contributed 20.
  • Russell Westbrook posted season highs of 26 points and 12 rebounds against his former team and received a warm ovation.
  • Sacramento put seven players in double figures, while Zach LaVine was limited to a season-low 15 points on 4-of-11 shooting.
  • Stat lines varied by outlet for Jokic's rebounding total, with the AP listing four and Eurohoops listing seven along with four steals and two blocks.