Nikola Jokic Leads Denver Nuggets to Dominant Win Over Trail Blazers

Jokic's 40-point performance secures Denver's seventh straight victory as both teams battle through injuries.

The Denver Nuggets defeated the Portland Trail Blazers 146-117, extending their winning streak to seven games.
Nikola Jokic scored 40 points, along with eight assists and seven rebounds, continuing his MVP-caliber season.
Denver played without key players, including Michael Porter Jr., Russell Westbrook, and Peyton Watson, due to injuries.
Portland, missing Jerami Grant, Kris Murray, and Robert Williams III, struggled defensively, allowing the Nuggets to shoot 65.9% from the field.
The two teams will meet again on Wednesday in Denver before the NBA All-Star break.