Nikola Jokić recorded his third consecutive triple-double, leading the Denver Nuggets to victory against the Minnesota Timberwolves during our inaugural regular-season doubleheader on Peacock.
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Highlights from Monday Night’s Matches:
- The Cavaliers triumphed over the Pistons in the first half of our Peacock doubleheader, while the Nuggets defeated the Timberwolves in the second half.
- Nikola Jokić (25 points, 19 rebounds, 10 assists) achieved his third consecutive triple-double of the season, joining NBA legends Russell Westbrook and Oscar Robertson. Jamal Murray also shined with 43 points.
- Lauri Markkanen set a career-high with 51 points, leading the Jazz to a win against the Suns in overtime.
- Tyrese Maxey scored 43 points, guiding the undefeated 76ers (3-0) past the Magic in a tightly contested game, while he and VJ Edgecombe (26 points) made history with a record for backcourt scoring to start a season.
- Trae Young recorded 17 assists in a losing effort against the Bulls, establishing a new season-high.
- Austin Reaves followed up his 51-point performance with another strong showing of 41 points, despite the Lakers falling to the Trail Blazers.
- Victor Wembanyama contributed 24 points and 15 rebounds, helping the Spurs maintain their perfect start at 4-0.
Game Highlights: Lauri’s Career Night
Inside, outside, and hitting from deep, the Suns struggled to defend Lauri Markkanen on this outstanding night.
It’s a CAREER NIGHT for @MarkkanenLauri.
🎵 51 PTS (career high)
🎵 14 REB
🎵 6 3PM
🎵 17-17 FTM
🎵 2 FTS to secure OT winThe first @utahjazz 50-point game since Karl Malone in 1998! pic.twitter.com/PA6iV5jeQG
— NBA (@NBA) October 28, 2025
Jokic’s Dominance
In the Nuggets’ 127-114 win over the Timberwolves, Nikola Jokić posted a strong performance with 25 points, 19 rebounds, and 10 assists, completing his third triple-double in just three games. He is now among the few in NBA history, including Russell Westbrook and Oscar Robertson, to start a season with three consecutive triple-doubles.
3 games for the Joker.
3 triple-doubles.Now joining the elite company of Oscar Robertson and Russell Westbrook at the start of a season! pic.twitter.com/r2GGx2u3ik
— NBA (@NBA) October 28, 2025
Historic Nights
Both Tyrese Maxey and VJ Edgecombe made headlines by setting a scoring record for starting backcourts to open a season with their performance against the Magic. The pair’s combined scoring significantly contributed to the 76ers’ undefeated status after three games.
