The Denver Nuggets dominated the Philadelphia 76ers at home, winning 144-109, with Nikola Jokic showcasing his extraordinary talent. He recorded a triple-double with 27 points, 13 rebounds, and 10 assists, while also contributing defensively with four steals and a block. His shooting was efficient, hitting 10 of 15 from the floor and 2 of 3 from beyond the arc. Remarkably, Jokic achieved this performance in just 30 minutes of play, missing the entirety of the fourth quarter in all of his last four games, during which he averaged phenomenal stats including a 67% field goal percentage. NBA legend Shaquille O'Neal praised Jokic post-game, declaring him the best big man in the league.

This season, Jokic's stats have been impressive, averaging 30.1 points, 13.2 rebounds, and 9.9 assists per game, further solidifying his MVP candidacy. The Nuggets currently stand as the fourth seed in the Western Conference with a record of 27-16.