Despite sitting out the fourth quarter, Nikola Jokic achieved his 25th triple-double of the year, and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope scored a career-high 24 points to help the Nuggets (54-24) take sole control over the top spot in the Western Conference. They are now half a game ahead of the Minnesota Timberwolves, who will visit Denver on Wednesday.
The Denver Nuggets welcomed the Atlanta Hawks in Colorado on Saturday night.
The Nuggets triumphed 142-110, dominating the game. Nikola Jokic made a fantastic pass during the game that received a lot of attention on the NBA’s social media.
Even though Oklahoma City is only one game behind, the Wolves vs. Nuggets matchup might determine who gets the best seed in the Western Conference. Coach Michael Malone of the Nuggets has stated that his team’s health comes before their ranking.
Nonetheless, Denver did manage to turn a No. 1 seed into a 10-1 home record during the playoffs the previous year, ultimately capturing the franchise’s first NBA title.
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Nikola Jokic Has Been Incredible This Season
Nikola Jokic has been amazing this season, averaging 26.4 points, 12.4 rebounds, 9.0 assists, and 1.3 steals per game in 75 games while shooting 34.7% from three-point range and 57.8% from the field.
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After 78 games played, the Nuggets have a 54-24 record, good for the first seed in the Western Conference. Furthermore, in the 40 games they have played on their home court, they have a stellar 32-8 record.
Murray’s arrival, according to Hawks guard Bogdan Bogdanovic, was revolutionary. “He’s a tremendous player. Him and Jokic are the best duo in the league and it’s tough to guard them. When Jokic needs to find a guy to score, he’s got Murray and that’s basically it.” Bogdanovic said.
Nikola Jokic and the Nuggets’ next game is scheduled for Tuesday night in Salt Lake City, where they will host the Utah Jazz after their trip to Atlanta.
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