Nikola Jokic delivered a historic performance for the Denver Nuggets, scoring a career-high 61 points, alongside 10 rebounds and 10 assists in a thrilling double-overtime game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Despite his Herculean effort, the Nuggets fell 140-139, marking their sixth consecutive loss to Minnesota. Jokic played all but the first few minutes of the fourth and both overtime periods, displaying remarkable stamina. He has now joined an elite group with his third 60-point triple-double in NBA history.

The intensity of the matchup highlighted the growing rivalry with the Timberwolves, particularly as the Nuggets were missing key players Jamal Murray and Michael Porter Jr. Jokic's aggression was apparent as he drew fouls and battled with Timberwolves stars like Rudy Gobert and Anthony Edwards. Despite falling short, Jokic's performance showcased his ability to rise to the occasion, even under the weight of playoff-level pressure.