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Nikola Jokic’s 56-Point Triple-Double, OT Record Lift Nuggets Over Wolves on Christmas

Denver prevailed despite three starters out.

Overview

  • The Nuggets beat the Timberwolves 142-138 in overtime after trailing by nine in the extra period at Ball Arena.
  • Jokic finished with 56 points, 16 rebounds and 15 assists, becoming the first NBA player to log at least 55-15-15 in a game.
  • He scored 18 points in overtime to set an NBA record, surpassing Stephen Curry’s 17, and sealed the game at the line.
  • Anthony Edwards scored 44 points and forced overtime with a twisting 3-pointer with 1.1 seconds left, then was ejected in OT after two technical fouls.
  • Jamal Murray added 35 points as Denver, missing Cameron Johnson, Aaron Gordon and Christian Braun, moved to 3-0 this season against Minnesota with Tim Hardaway Jr. contributing 19 points.