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Jokic Sets Center Assists Record in Nuggets Win as Doncic’s 45-Point Triple-Double Powers Lakers

Denver moved to 20-6 on a six-game streak, with Los Angeles continuing to collect wins despite defensive questions.

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SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH - DECEMBER 18: Luka Doncic #77 of the Los Angeles Lakers reacts to a play during the second half of a game against the Utah Jazz at Delta Center on December 18, 2025 in Salt Lake City, Utah. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Alex Goodlett/Getty Images)
Dec 18, 2025; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward Lebron James (23) holds the ball during the second quarter against the Utah Jazz at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Chris Nicoll-Imagn Images
Dec 18, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (11) dribbles the ball while Indiana Pacers guard/forward Andrew Nembhard (2) defends in the second half at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Nikola Jokic passed Kareem Abdul-Jabbar for the most career assists by a center and logged a 23-13-11 triple-double in Denver’s 126-115 victory over Orlando.
  • Jamal Murray scored 32 points, including 20 in a game-turning second quarter, fueling a 35-7 run that erased a 14-point deficit and helped extend Denver’s streak to six.
  • Orlando played short-handed without Franz Wagner and Jalen Suggs, yet Paolo Banchero produced 26 points, 16 rebounds and 10 assists for his third career triple-double.
  • Luka Doncic recorded 45 points, 14 assists, 11 rebounds and five steals in the Lakers’ 143-135 win at Utah, becoming the first Laker with a 40-point triple-double since 1981 and the fourth NBA player with 10 such games.
  • LeBron James added 28 points and 10 assists and said he “dodged a bullet” after knee-on-knee contact, as coaches and players acknowledged the need for improved defense.