Nikola Jokic’s Christmas Day debut couldn’t have been more perfect for the two-time MVP. The Serbian dominated the Phoenix Suns with a 40-point-triple double, adding 15 rebounds and 15 assists, leading his team to a 128-125 OT win. Jokic broke several records during his formidable performance.
Here’s a look at three records “The Joker” set en route to his unstoppable effort.
#1 Nikola Jokic drops most points in Nuggets franchise history on Christmas Day
Nikola Jokic became the Denver Nuggets franchise record holder for the most points on a Christmas Day game when he scored his 39th point of the night. Jokic eventually finished with 41 points on 64.0% shooting.
#2 Jokic becomes the only player to record a 40/15/15 game on Christmas Day
Nikola Jokic created history when he became the only player to record a 40/15/15 stat line on Christmas Day. Oscar Robertson came close to setting the record in 1961 but fell short by three assists. Robertson has recorded the stat line twice in his career, while James Harden has achieved the feat once too.
#3 Jokic becomes the only player to record a Christmas Day triple-double on 60% field goal shooting
Nikola Jokic made the most of his debut Christmas Day game and showed why he deserved to be on the schedule last year with his performance against the Suns. He created another exclusive club of his own by becoming the first player to amass a triple-double while shooting 60% from the floor on Christmas Day.