Overview
- Nikola Jokic delivered the NBA’s first 55-15-15 triple-double and scored a record 18 points in overtime, with Denver posting an NBA-record 27 points in the five-minute extra period.
- The Nuggets beat the Timberwolves 142-138 on Christmas; Anthony Edwards scored 44 points, then was ejected in OT after two technical fouls.
- Denver opened its road swing with a 127-126 loss to the Magic, despite Jokic’s 34 points, 21 rebounds and 12 assists for his 180th career triple-double, one shy of Oscar Robertson for second all-time.
- Cameron Johnson was diagnosed with a knee bone bruise and is expected to miss roughly four to six weeks, while Aaron Gordon (hamstring) and Christian Braun (ankle) are progressing with caution.
- The Nuggets are carrying an open roster spot and could add help when 10-day contracts become available Jan. 5, and Minnesota later listed Edwards questionable with right shoulder soreness for the Nets game.