Move over Magic: Nuggets star Nikola Jokic goes past Johnson on career list with 139th triple-double
There are moments when Nikola Jokic does things on the court that seem to defy reason — almost magical
By TOM WITHERS
Published - Dec 05, 2024, 10:48 PM ET
Last Updated - Dec 16, 2024, 05:05 PM EST
CLEVELAND (AP) — There are moments when Nikola Jokic does things on the court that seem to defy reason — almost magical.
On Thursday, he passed a player who had the same remarkable skill.
Denver's superstar center moved past Hall of Famer Magic Johnson and into third place on the career list for triple-doubles by recording the 139th of his career in a 126-114 loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers.
The three-time MVP finished w ith 27 points, 20 rebounds and 11 assists. But he missed some easy shots and the Nuggets couldn't defend the Cavs, who made a season-high 22 3-pointers and improved to 20-3.
