Nikola Jokic’s triple-double for Denver against Phoenix was his 29th of the season [Getty Images]
Nikola Jokic became the first player in NBA history to register a triple-double of at least 30 points, 20 rebounds and 20 assists in a game as the Denver Nuggets beat the Phoenix Suns 149-141 in overtime.
The Serb, 30, scored 31 points, made 21 rebounds and had 22 assists in the match.
Phoenix trailed by 21 points in the third quarter before a stunning fightback, with Kevin Durant – who scored 29 points in total – hitting a three-pointer on the buzzer to send the game into overtime.
However, Denver forged ahead early in the extra period to secure a second successive victory.
Their 41-22 win-loss record means they are third in the Western Conference.
Denver’s next opponents on Sunday are leaders the Oklahoma City Thunder, who beat the Portland Trail Blazers 107-89.
In the Eastern Conference, leaders the Cleveland Cavaliers – who have already confirmed their play-off spot – beat the Charlotte Hornets 118-117 for their 13th straight victory.
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