A record-breaking performance from Nikola Jokic was not enough for the Denver Nuggets as they found themselves on the losing end yet again Sunday night, falling 125-120 to the Indiana Pacers . The match extended Denver's losing streak to four games. With just three games left in the regular season, concerns are mounting about the team standings. Still, Jokic claimed a huge NBA milestone in the game.
Nikola Jokic records NBA history during Denver Nuggets vs Indiana Pacers showdown
Nikola Jokic, as usual, was nothing short of extraordinary. The Serbian big man dropped a jaw-dropping 41 points, 15 rebounds, 13 assists, two steals, and one block, shooting 18-of-33 from the field.
According to Stathead, he’s the first player in NBA history to record those stats in a single game. Over his last three contests, Jokic has averaged 45.0 points, 12.3 rebounds, and 10.7 assists while shooting over 62% from the floor. But here’s the problem: Denver has gone 0-3 in those games.
Jokic’s streak of good performance, however, has not been enough for the team to push to victories in their recent games. In their game against the Pacers, Jokic scored 21 of his 41 points in the first quarter alone, keeping Denver alive early and battling hard through all four quarters. He even logged a triple-double by the end of the third, marking his 32nd triple-double of the season— the most ever recorded by a center in NBA history, surpassing the legendary Wilt Chamberlain’s single-season record of 31.
Christian Braun followed Jokic with 30 points, 8 rebounds, and 4 assists.
Michael Porter Jr. added 15 points, and Russell Westbrook scored 16, while the other players only added single digits.
The Nuggets are now 47-32, and their position in the Western Conference playoff race is becoming increasingly vulnerable.
As the Nuggets prepare to face the Sacramento Kings, all eyes will be on whether Denver can finally break this cold streak. Jokic, despite his MVP-caliber play, needs help.
Also Read: Nikola Jokic makes NBA history with an unbelievable buzzer-beater against the Utah Jazz
Jokic is currently averaging 30 points per game, 12.8 rebounds, 10.2 assists, and 57.7 field goal percentage.
Nikola Jokic records NBA history during Denver Nuggets vs Indiana Pacers showdown
Nikola Jokic, as usual, was nothing short of extraordinary. The Serbian big man dropped a jaw-dropping 41 points, 15 rebounds, 13 assists, two steals, and one block, shooting 18-of-33 from the field.
NIKOLA JOKIC TONIGHT:
— Hoop Central (@TheHoopCentral) April 7, 2025
41 POINTS
15 REBOUNDS
13 ASSISTS
54% FG
MY GOODNESS. 🔥🔥🔥🔥 pic.twitter.com/aMO6rVdIPL
According to Stathead, he’s the first player in NBA history to record those stats in a single game. Over his last three contests, Jokic has averaged 45.0 points, 12.3 rebounds, and 10.7 assists while shooting over 62% from the floor. But here’s the problem: Denver has gone 0-3 in those games.
Jokic’s streak of good performance, however, has not been enough for the team to push to victories in their recent games. In their game against the Pacers, Jokic scored 21 of his 41 points in the first quarter alone, keeping Denver alive early and battling hard through all four quarters. He even logged a triple-double by the end of the third, marking his 32nd triple-double of the season— the most ever recorded by a center in NBA history, surpassing the legendary Wilt Chamberlain’s single-season record of 31.
Most triple-doubles in a season by a center:
— StatMuse (@statmuse) April 7, 2025
32 — Nikola Jokic
31 — Wilt Chamberlain pic.twitter.com/yp0u6SmK5h
Christian Braun followed Jokic with 30 points, 8 rebounds, and 4 assists.
Michael Porter Jr. added 15 points, and Russell Westbrook scored 16, while the other players only added single digits.
The Nuggets are now 47-32, and their position in the Western Conference playoff race is becoming increasingly vulnerable.
As the Nuggets prepare to face the Sacramento Kings, all eyes will be on whether Denver can finally break this cold streak. Jokic, despite his MVP-caliber play, needs help.
Also Read: Nikola Jokic makes NBA history with an unbelievable buzzer-beater against the Utah Jazz
Jokic is currently averaging 30 points per game, 12.8 rebounds, 10.2 assists, and 57.7 field goal percentage.
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