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NEW YORK, NEW YORK – FEBRUARY 04: Nikola Jokic #15 of the Denver Nuggets reacts during the first quarter against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden on February 04, 2026 in New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Pamela Smith/Getty Images)
On Tuesday evening, the Denver Nuggets played the Phoenix Suns in Arizona.
The Nuggets won by a score of 125-123.
Nikola Jokic finished the victory with 23 points, 17 rebounds and 17 assists while shooting 9/16 from the field and 0/1 from three-point range in 35 minutes of playing time.
Denver Nuggets Star Nikola Jokic Made NBA History
GettyDENVER, COLORADO – SEPTEMBER 29: Nikola Jokic of the Denver Nuggets fields questions during Media Day at Ball Arena on September 29, 2025 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Matthew Stockman/Getty Images)
Jokic also made NBA history with his incredible performance.
Real App wrote: “Fastest triple-doubles in NBA history: 14:33 — Nikola Jokic (2018) 16:44 — Jalen Johnson (2025) 17:00 — Jim Tucker (1955) 17:35 — Russell Westbrook (2016) 17:41 — Nikola Jokic (Tonight)”
GettyLOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – MARCH 14: Nikola Jokic #15 of the Denver Nuggets looks on during the second half of a game against the Los Angeles Lakers at Crypto.com Arena on March 14, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images)
Jokic is in the middle of another incredible season.
He came into the night with averages of 28.0 points, 12.6 rebounds, 10.6 assists and 1.5 steals per contest while shooting 57.3% from the field and 38.5% from three-point range in 56 games.
Ryan Blackburn of Mile High Sports wrote: “Final Rotations. Nikola Jokic goes for 23-17-17 and a game winner. Jamal Murray made some BIG buckets down the stretch.
Huge win for Denver here. Don’t get it twisted. This was one of the their tougher games remaining and a SUPER valuable game in the standings.”
GettyOAKLAND, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 15: Nikola Jokic #15 of the Denver Nuggets and Chuck’s Global Stars looks on during 2025 NBA All-Star Practice & Media Availability at Oakland Arena on February 15, 2025 in Oakland, California. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)
Denver Nuggets This Season
GettyPHOENIX, ARIZONA – MARCH 24: Nikola Jokic #15 of the Denver Nuggets handles the ball under pressure from Royce O’Neale #00 of the Phoenix Suns during the first half of the NBA game at Mortgage Matchup Center on March 24, 2026 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)
The Nuggets are the fourth seed in the Western Conference with a 45-28 record in 73 games.
They are in the middle of a three-game winning streak (and 6-4 over their last ten).
On the road, the Nuggets are 24-15 in the 39 games they have played away from Colorado.
GettyPORTLAND, OREGON – FEBRUARY 20: Nikola Jokic #15 of the Denver Nuggets talks to the media after the game against the Portland Trail Blazers at Moda Center on February 20, 2026 in Portland, Oregon. (Photo by Soobum Im/Getty Images)
Following the Suns, they will play their next game on Thursday when they host the Dallas Mavericks.
Last season, the Nuggets lost to the Oklahoma City Thunder in the second round of the 2025 NBA playoffs.
Suns After Nuggets Loss
GettyPHOENIX, ARIZONA – MARCH 24: Devin Booker #1 of the Phoenix Suns reacts after being defeated by the Denver Nuggets in the NBA game at Mortgage Matchup Center on March 24, 2026 in Phoenix, Arizona. The Nuggets defeated the Suns 125-123. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)
The Suns dropped to 40-33 in 73 games, which has them as the seventh seed in the Western Conference.
They have won four out of their last ten games.
Ben Stinar Ben Stinar has been covering the NBA for over seven years.
He has written for OnSI, Forbes, Amico Hoops, The Big Lead and had a podcast with former All-Star Jameer Nelson. More about Ben Stinar
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