Nikola Jokic became the first player in the NBA history to record a triple-double of at least 30 points, 20 rebounds and 20 assists in a match while the Denver Nuggets beat the Phoenix Suns 149-141 in overtime.
The Serbian, 30, scored 31 points, made 21 rebounds and collected 22 assists in the match.
Phoenix dragged 21 points in the third quarter before a breathtaking battle, with Kevin Durant – who scored 29 points in total – hitting a three -point pointer on the buzzer to send the game in overtime.
However, Denver got ahead at the start of the additional period to ensure a second successive victory.
Their 41-22-year-old victory record means that they are third in the Western Conference.
Sunday, the next Denver’s next opponents are the leaders The Oklahoma City Thunder, who beat the Portland Trail Blazers 107-89.
In the Eastern Conference, the leaders of the Cleveland riders – who have Already confirmed their barrage – Beat the Charlotte Hornets 118-117 for their 13th consecutive victory.
