Nikola Jokic's 42-Point Game Leads Nuggets to Victory Over Wizards
Despite the loss, the Wizards' bench outperforms Denver's, while the Nuggets maintain a perfect record against teams with losing records.
- Nikola Jokic led the Denver Nuggets to a 113-104 victory over the Washington Wizards, scoring a season-high 42 points along with 12 rebounds, eight assists, and three blocks.
- Despite the loss, the Wizards' bench outscored Denver's 49-12, with Marvin Bagley III and Landry Shamet both contributing 14 points.
- Daniel Gafford returned to the Wizards' starting lineup after missing two games due to a concussion, scoring 15 points and securing seven rebounds.
- Michael Porter Jr. also had a strong performance for the Nuggets, scoring 19 points and securing six rebounds.
- The Nuggets are now 18-0 against teams with losing records this season.
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