Jokic hits another triple-double against Oklahoma to beat Chamberlain

Nikola Djokic He has a triple-double and will continue to do so. Double MVP. The rough-looking but intelligent giant, the Serb not only scored 15 points, 13 rebounds and 14 assists, but also rebounded and struck a balance again. Denver Nuggets Against oklahoma city thunder (122-110) and as a valuable extra, he surpassed Wilt Chamberlain in the all-time triple-double rankings for sixth place with 79.

Despite the fact that he’s still young (27), there’s still a lot to see Russell Westbrook194-year-old leader, still active at nearly 34, albeit in decline. Luka Doncic At just 23, he’s currently the biggest threat to Jokic’s triple-double throne. The Slovenian has finished in the top 10 with 48 so far this season. the fifth is lebron james 105th and 8th James Harden at 69.

But a two-time MVP, Jokic no longer wants or cares about personal accolades. He chooses a group, a group that is truly valued without disdain in all the stars, let alone the best player, Ring.And his nuggets pop up every now and then good temperament To achieve that, as evidenced by their victory over the tough Thunder who reached the final quarter with an advantage (95-93) after losing by 15 in the second. Vulcan, only two points in the first part, 8 assistssaw how other members of his team were on par with him.

Among other things, Aaron Gordon (27 points and 10/13 shooting) and, more importantly, Jamal Murray. Although sidelined by injury last season, the Canadian point guard was fundamental support for Nikola Jokic’s ambitions and his rich and beautiful act in the final quarter when he scored 14 of 24 points, helping the Nuggets to victory. Another member of the “Big Three”, recently salvaged and dismantled the previous year, Michael Porter Jr. scored 11 points, while Bruce Brown (15) and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (11) also posted double figures.

Oklahoma continues to take it to the next level Shai Gilgeous-Alexander I was again blown away with a score of 37 and a near-perfect sequence of shots (13/17). Rugenz Dort (19) was next, becoming the youngest player to complete a triple-double last season. Josh Guiddy (16) and Jeremiah Robinson Earle (10). Gilgeous-Alexander’s advance will be vital for the Thunder, who are missing No. 2 in the draft, Chet Holmgren Missed the season with a right leg injury.

Oklahoma is 10th in the West with an amazing 4-4 ​​at the start of the season and 6th with the Nuggets going 5-3 and looking to get in a good position to get back into the playoffs. time yes what he deserves.