Nikola Jokic's Triple-Double Powers Nuggets to Victory Over Magic
Denver secures a 113-100 win in Orlando, marking their sixth straight road victory as Orlando struggles with injuries and a three-game losing streak.
- Nikola Jokic recorded his 18th triple-double of the season with 20 points, 14 rebounds, and 10 assists, despite sitting out the fourth quarter.
- Denver Nuggets dominated the third quarter, outscoring the Magic 39-25, with Jamal Murray scoring 10 points in the final 1:35 of the period.
- Christian Braun contributed a strong performance with 20 points and 11 rebounds, while Jamal Murray and Michael Porter Jr. added 19 and 15 points, respectively.
- The Orlando Magic, missing six players due to injuries, including key contributors Franz Wagner and Jalen Suggs, suffered their third consecutive loss and fifth in six games.
- Denver outrebounded Orlando 57-40 and capitalized on their advantage in the paint, despite shooting just 28% from beyond the arc.