Nikola Jokic’s 25th triple-double of the season propelled the Denver Nuggets to a 129-93 victory over the Houston Rockets. Jokic accumulated 16 points, 13 assists, and 12 rebounds in the Wednesday night showdown. The Nuggets’ win moves them closer to the Rockets in the Western Conference standings.
Jamal Murray led all scorers with 30 points for Denver. This victory marks the first time since mid-November that Denver has won with its opening-night lineup intact. Before this game, the Nuggets had struggled, losing six of their last 10 games since the All-Star break.
Jokic’s Dominant Performance
Jokic secured his 187th career triple-double with 4:14 remaining in the third quarter. It was the 15th time this season he completed a triple-double before the fourth quarter, highlighting his consistent dominance.
Rockets Struggle from Beyond the Arc
The Houston Rockets struggled mightily from three-point range, converting only 4 of 33 attempts. Kevin Durant was limited to just 11 points on 5-of-8 shooting. This was his fewest field goal attempts this season.
Denver outscored Houston 40-22 in the third quarter, extending their lead significantly. The Nuggets led by six points at halftime before opening up an 82-63 advantage late in the third.
Looking Ahead
The Rockets are scheduled to host New Orleans on Friday night. The Nuggets will travel to San Antonio on Thursday night.