The Phoenix Suns just couldn’t keep up with the Denver Nuggets on Tuesday night.
Both Kevin Durant and Devin Booker nearly scored 30 points but the Nuggets still easily took the team down, 118-102.
As expected, Denver was able to win because of the sheer power of their biggest star, Nikola Jokic.
Jokic scored 29 points, 12 rebounds, and 12 assists, earning him yet another triple-double.
In fact, StatMuse points out that Jokic has now passed Wilt Chamberlain for the most playoff triple-doubles ever by a center.
Jokic tonight:
29 PTS
13 REB
12 AST
2-3 3PPasses Wilt for the most playoff triple-doubles ever by a center. pic.twitter.com/LTxMdDxpRk
— StatMuse (@statmuse) May 10, 2023
Jokic has been fantastic all season long so it’s not surprising to see him perform so expertly in the postseason.
NBA fans are incredibly happy with this series because it features not just Jokic, but also Booker, who has been playing very well.
This series has the two best players in the postseason facing off against each other.
During the playoffs, Jokic has been posting 30.6 points, 13.1 rebounds, and 9.5 assists.
The series has not come without its challenges, such as when Jokic received a technical and nearly got suspended for tangling with Suns own Mat Ishbia.
But there was no sign of trouble on Tuesday night, as Jokic once again dominated the competition and led his team to a strong, unquestionable win.
The Nuggets are now a single victory away from moving on to the next round.
All season long, people have been wondering how far this team could go.
To make the Finals, the Nuggets needed Jokic to remain MVP-worthy while the rest of the team delivered too.
There is no question big man has been giving Denver what it needs.
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