Nikola Jokic put on a show Tuesday night, recording his third triple-double of the season en route to a Denver Nuggets 125-107 victory over the Chicago Bulls.
Jokic posted 19 points, 10 assists, and 16 rebounds, with that triple-double being good for another addition to the many accolades the center has received in recent time.
Jokic became the first Nugget since Hall-Of-Fame center Dikembe Mutombo to record three triple-doubles in a season.
Nikola Jokic is the first Nugget to put up three triple doubles in a season since Dikembe Mutumbo. pic.twitter.com/hjTBh55uFV
— The Lead (@TheLeadSM) March 1, 2017
Jokic’s superb play has brought the Nuggets within striking distance of a playoff spot for the first time in three seasons.
His flashy passes and wicked court vision have managed to give the Nuggets their new face of the franchise. His raw, untapped skill is only developing by the day, making Jokic one of the most intriguing budding stars in the NBA.
In addition to his three triple-doubles, Jokic has recorded 24 double-doubles this season, averaging 15.9 points and 9.0 rebounds per contest this season.