Latest Nikola Jokic News

Kevin Durant scores 30 points to lead Suns to another win in Denver, 104-97

Mar. 28, 2024 00:50 AM EDT

DENVER (AP) — Kevin Durant had 30 points, 13 rebounds and five blocks and the Phoenix Suns won in Denver for the second time this month, beating the defending champion Nuggets 104-97 on Wednesday night. The Suns, with the toughest remaining schedule in the NBA, moved a half-game...

Sabonis' milestone night helps the Kings beat the 76ers 108-96

Mar. 26, 2024 01:46 AM EDT

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — Domantas Sabonis had his NBA-leading 25th triple-double of the season on a milestone night, leading the Sacramento Kings to a 108-96 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers on Monday. Sabonis had 11 points, 13 rebounds and 10 assists to become the fifth player...

Jokic scores 29, Western Conference-leading Nuggets beat Grizzlies 128-103

Mar. 26, 2024 00:56 AM EDT

DENVER (AP) — Nikola Jokic had 29 points, 11 rebounds and eight assists, Christian Braun scored 17 and the Denver Nuggets beat the Memphis Grizzlies 128-103 on Monday night. Jokic, who exited with 27 seconds remaining in the third quarter and Denver leading by 21, finished two...

Nuggets edge youthful Trail Blazers 114-111 after Portland starts 5 rookies

Mar. 24, 2024 02:05 AM EDT

PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Reggie Jackson scored 23 points, Aaron Gordon had 22 points and 12 rebounds and the Denver Nuggets defeated the Portland Trail Blazers 114-111 on Saturday night. The Nuggets won without their star duo of Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray on a night when the...

Porter and Jokic turn in big nights, lead Nuggets to 113-100 win over Knicks

Mar. 22, 2024 00:45 AM EDT

DENVER (AP) — Michael Porter Jr. has the green light to not only shoot but visit Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, whenever he wants. His coach will even pick up the tab. Porter has been on an offensive roll since his quick trip to Mexico for a little rest and relaxation over the All-Star...

Jokic's 35 points pace Nuggets in 115-112 win over short-handed Timberwolves after tight finish

Mar. 20, 2024 00:58 AM EDT

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Nikola Jokic had 35 points and 16 rebounds and Michael Porter Jr. scored 13 of his 26 points in the fourth quarter as the Denver Nuggets fended off the undermanned and undersized Minnesota Timberwolves 115-112 on Tuesday night. Jamal Murray added 18 points and 11...

Kyrie Irving's running left-hander at the buzzer lifts Mavs over Nuggets 107-105

Mar. 17, 2024 19:32 PM EDT

DALLAS (AP) — A floater, a runner, a hook shot, call it whatever. Maybe Kyrie Irving would settle for crucial game-winner. The Dallas star hit a running left-handed shot at the buzzer, capping a wild final 26 seconds and giving the Mavericks a 107-105 victory over...

Jokic scores 31, Nuggets top Spurs 117-106 in front of record crowd in Texas' capital city

Mar. 16, 2024 00:04 AM EDT

AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Nikola Jokic scored 31 points and the Denver Nuggets beat San Antonio 117-106 on Friday night in a game played in the Texas capital as the Spurs drew a record crowd in their bid to broaden their regional fan base. After having his initial shot blocked by San...

Denver beats Miami 100-88 in an NBA Finals rematch and moves atop the Western Conference

Mar. 13, 2024 22:20 PM EDT

MIAMI (AP) — After four months of looking up at others in the Western Conference, Denver finally is alone atop the standings. Michael Porter Jr. scored 25 points, Aaron Gordon added 16 and the reigning NBA champion Nuggets took sole possession of first place in the West standings...

Jalen Duren has career-high 23 rebounds as Pistons beat Raptors 113-104 for 3rd win in 4

Mar. 13, 2024 22:11 PM EDT

DETROIT (AP) — Jalen Duren had a career-high 23 rebounds along with 24 points and five assists as the Detroit Pistons won three of four games for the first time in nearly two years, beating the Toronto Raptors 113-104 on Wednesday. Detroit, which trailed by 16 points in the second...