After missing a game due to back spasms, Nikola Jokic returned to post a triple-double, leading the Denver Nuggets to a 120-108 victory over the Portland Trail Blazers who were without their regular scorers Jerami Grant and Shaedon Sharpe due to injuries. Jokic scored 27 points, took 22 rebounds, and made 12 assists. Jamal Murray contributed 13 points, 10 assists, and nine rebounds, and Aaron Gordon added 18 points. Scoot Henderson and Anfernee Simons scored 30 and 29 points respectively for the Portland team. This victory marks Jokic's 15th triple-double of the season and the 120th of his career.