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Nikola Jokic`s historic triple-double leads the Nuggets to victory, solidifying his MVP candidacy with record-breaking stats.

Nikola Jokic etched his name in NBA history during the Denver Nuggets` thrilling 107-104 victory over the Charlotte Hornets on February 1, 2025. In a game where the Hornets were missing their star players LaMelo Ball and Brandon Miller, Jokic delivered a performance for the ages, scoring 28 points, grabbing 13 rebounds, and dishing out 17 assists, along with 4 steals. This remarkable outing marked his 22nd triple-double of the season and made him the first player in NBA history to achieve 28+ points, 13+ rebounds, 17+ assists, 4+ steals, and 1+ made three-pointer in a single game.

Christian Braun also shone brightly, contributing 24 points and 11 rebounds on an efficient 9-15 shooting. Despite the Nuggets` struggles from beyond the arc, where they shot just 7-37 (18.9%), Jokic`s and Braun`s stellar performances were pivotal in clinching the win. Jokic continues to dominate the league, boasting averages of 29.6 points, 12.8 rebounds, and 10.1 assists per game, with impressive shooting splits of 57.0% from the field, 47.5% from three-point range, and 81.3% from the free-throw line. This performance further solidifies his candidacy for a potential fourth NBA MVP award.

For more details on Jokic`s historic night, check out this historic performance and watch the highlights on YouTube.

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