Nikola Jokic led the Denver Nuggets to a 125-116 victory against the Indiana Pacers, achieving a career-best 19 assists along with 18 points and nine rebounds. This game marked his 28th with at least 15 assists, the most by a non-guard in NBA history. Coach Michael Malone emphasized Jokic's comprehensive skill set and unselfishness, noting his joy in elevating teammates' performance. Aaron Gordon contributed significantly with 25 points, while Myles Turner scored 23 points for Indiana, showcasing the competitive nature of the match despite Denver's balanced attack and Jokic's standout performance.
Aaron Gordon scored 25 points, while Nikola Jokic had a career-best 19 assists, leading the Denver Nuggets to a 125-116 victory over the Indiana Pacers.
Denver coach Michael Malone praised Jokic’s holistic impact on the game, highlighting his ability to enhance team performance over personal accolades.
With this performance, Jokic tied for the second most assists by a center in NBA history, demonstrating his exceptional playmaking skills.
Myles Turner led the Indiana Pacers with 23 points, showcasing the competitive nature of the game despite Denver’s strong offensive showing.
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