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Jokic's Triple-Double Ejected in Overtime Thriller
16 Dec, 2025
Summary
- Nikola Jokic achieved his 12th triple-double with 39 points before ejection.
- Alperen Sengun also recorded a triple-double but missed a game-tying shot.
- The Nuggets and Rockets are top teams in the Western Conference.
Nikola Jokic delivered his 12th triple-double of the season, scoring 39 points, grabbing 15 rebounds, and dishing out 10 assists. Despite his stellar performance, he was ejected in the closing moments of overtime due to personal fouls. His absence was felt as the game reached its climax.
In a remarkable parallel, Alperen Sengun also achieved a triple-double, contributing 33 points, 10 rebounds, and 10 assists. Sengun had a chance to tie the game with a last-second three-pointer, but it ultimately missed, sealing the victory for Denver.
The contest was a thrilling encounter, marked by 17 lead changes and 16 ties. Jamal Murray added 35 points for the Nuggets, while Kevin Durant scored 26 for the Rockets. This intense matchup saw both the Nuggets (19-6) and Rockets (16-7) solidify their positions at the top of the Western Conference.
