Nikola Jokic racked up his 199th career triple-double, dropping 35 points, 15 rebounds and 10 assists as the Nuggets rallied from 23 down to beat the Pelicans.
Nikola Jokic recorded 35 points, 15 rebounds, and 10 assists to lead the Denver Nuggets back from a 23-point deficit to defeat the New Orleans Pelicans 141-135 in overtime on Saturday night. Following the win, Jokic criticized home fans who booed the team during their first-half struggles, stating that supporters who booed are not welcome anymore.
Jamal Murray contributed 42 points for Denver, while Trevon Brazile added 17 points, including seven in the extra session. Trey Murphy III led the Pelicans with 26 points as New Orleans fell to 0-3 under first-year coach Jamahl Mosley. The triple-double was the 199th of Jokic's regular-season career.
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