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DENVER, COLORADO – SEPTEMBER 26: Nikola Jokic #15 of the Denver Nuggets fields questions during Denver Nuggets Media Day at Ball Arena on September 26, 2024 in Denver, Colorado. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Matthew Stockman/Getty Images)
On Wednesday evening, the Denver Nuggets played the Dallas Mavericks in Colorado.
The Nuggets won by a score of 142-135.
Nikola Jokic finished with 23 points, 21 rebounds, 19 assists and one steal while shooting 8/19 from the field and 1/5 from three-point range in 37 minutes of playing time.
Denver Nuggets Star Nikola Jokic Made NBA History
GettyDENVER, COLORADO – MARCH 25: Dwight Powell #7 of the Dallas Mavericks dives for a loose ball against Nikola Jokic #15 of the Denver Nuggets in the first quarter at Ball Arena on March 25, 2026 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Justin Tafoya/Getty Images)
Jokic also made NBA history during his incredible performance.
Real App wrote: “Nikola Jokic becomes the first center in NBA history to reach 6,000 career assists.”
GettyPHOENIX, ARIZONA – MARCH 24: Nikola Jokic #15 of the Denver Nuggets handles the ball during the second half of the NBA game at Mortgage Matchup Center on March 24, 2026 in Phoenix, Arizona. The Nuggets defeated the Suns 125-123. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)
Jokic is in the middle of another remarkable year.
The three-time MVP came into play with averages of 27.9 points, 12.7 rebounds, 10.7 assists and 1.4 steals per contest while shooting 57.3% from the field and 38.3% from three-point range in 57 games.
Jokic And The Nuggets
GettyNEW YORK, NEW YORK – FEBRUARY 04: Nikola Jokic #15 of the Denver Nuggets reacts during the first quarter against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden on February 04, 2026 in New York City. (Photo by Pamela Smith/Getty Images)
Jokic has helped the Nuggets have another great year, as they are the fourth seed in the Western Conference with a 45-28 record in 73 games.
They are in the middle of a three-game winning streak (and have won six out of their last ten).
GettyHOUSTON, TEXAS – NOVEMBER 21: Nikola Jokić #15 and Jamal Murray #27 of the Denver Nuggets react during the game against the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center on November 21, 2025 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Kenneth Richmond/Getty Images)
Following the Mavs, the Nuggets will play their next game on Friday when they remain in Denver to host the Utah Jazz.
At home, they have gone 21-13 in 34 games.
Gino Fornaro wrote: “Saying Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray were special tonight doesn’t do it justice. Jokic: 23-21-19. 1 turnover Jamal: 53-6-4 Oh yeah. This was on a night of a back to back where they didn’t get back to Denver until 4:30am.”
GettyOAKLAND, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 15: Nikola Jokic #15 of the Denver Nuggets and Chuck’s Global Stars looks on during 2025 NBA All-Star Practice & Media Availability at Oakland Arena on February 15, 2025 in Oakland, California. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)
Looking At Dallas
GettyMEMPHIS, TENNESSEE – MARCH 12: Cooper Flagg #32 of the Dallas Mavericks looks on during the first half against the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum on March 12, 2026 in Memphis, Tennessee. (Photo by Justin Ford/Getty Images)
The Mavs have had a tough season where they are the 13th seed in the Western Conference with a 23-49 record in 72 games.
They are in the middle of a four-game losing streak (and have lost eight out of their last ten).
Following the Nuggets, the Mavs will visit the Portland Trail Blazers on Friday.
Ben Stinar Ben Stinar has been covering the NBA for over seven years.
He has written for OnSI, Forbes, Amico Hoops, The Big Lead and had a podcast with former All-Star Jameer Nelson. More about Ben Stinar
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