Nikola Jokić achieves historic 30-20-20 triple-double in Nuggets' overtime win over Suns

In a thrilling overtime victory, Nikola Jokić of the Denver Nuggets made history by recording the first-ever triple-double in NBA history with at least 30 points, 20 rebounds, and 20 assists, finishing with 31 points, 21 rebounds, and 22 assists in a 149-141 win against the Phoenix Suns. The game saw the Nuggets nearly squander a 21-point lead before the Suns tied it with a buzzer-beater from Kevin Durant, pushing the game into overtime. In the extra period, Jokić dominated, contributing significantly to the Nuggets' scoring, while key support came from teammates Aaron Gordon and Christian Braun. Denver is now positioned third in the Western Conference with a record of 41 wins and 22 losses. Jokić expressed modesty after the achievement, emphasizing his focus on recovery for the next game rather than savoring the moment. This milestone further solidifies his status as a frontrunner for the MVP award this season.