Nikola Jokic Makes NBA History with Unbelievable Triple-Double in OT Win
Sarah Johnson
March 8, 2025
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Nikola Jokic makes NBA history with a 30-20-20 triple-double, leading the Denver Nuggets to an overtime win against the Phoenix Suns and solidifying his superstar status.
Denver Nuggets superstar Nikola Jokic has done it again, cementing his place in NBA history with a jaw-dropping performance in Friday night’s overtime thriller against the Phoenix Suns. Jokic became the first player ever to record a 30-20-20 triple-double, scoring 31 points, grabbing 21 rebounds, and dishing a career-high 22 assists. That’s a stat line that feels more like a video game than real life.
His reaction? Pure Jokic. "It’s not supposed to go that way," he shrugged when asked about the historic feat. Jokic downplayed the achievement, saying he didn’t feel like he did anything extraordinary and credited the flow of the game. Aaron Gordon even joked it was a 'quiet' 30 points. Quiet? Sure, Nikola, if redefining basketball is 'quiet.'
Speaking later on SportsCenter, Jokic admitted he’ll only fully appreciate the moment when he’s retired and sitting on his couch. Until then, it’s just another day at the office for the Serbian sensation.
Denver coach Michael Malone, however, didn’t mince words. "The guy is just an incredible player," Malone said. "When you’re one of one in the history of this league, that says a lot. Nikola is in a class all by himself." Honestly, can you even argue with him?
The Nuggets ended the night with a 149-141 overtime victory, and Jokic tied the franchise record with his 29th triple-double of the season. He’s also sitting comfortably in the top three in the league with averages of 28.9 points, 12.9 rebounds, and 10.6 assists per game. Christian Braun summed it up perfectly: "You’ll never see something like this ever again—ever." Bold statement, but hard to disagree.
It’s performances like this that make Jokic not just a player, but an artist who paints his masterpiece on the hardwood every night. If you’re not watching him, what are you even doing with your life?
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Editor's Comments
Jokic’s ability to make the extraordinary look ordinary is almost infuriating. I mean, when someone racks up 22 assists on top of 30 points and 20 rebounds and says it was 'nothing special,' you have to wonder if he’s playing a different sport than everyone else. Also, can we talk about how he’s revolutionizing the definition of a center in basketball? This man is a walking, talking cheat code.
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