Nikola Jokic narrowly missed a triple-double as the Denver Nuggets extended their winning streak to six games with a 122-105 victory over the Phoenix Suns. Despite playing without key starters, the Nuggets dominated, led by Jokic's 28 points, 11 rebounds, and nine assists.
Nikola Jokic narrowly missed a triple-double with 28 points, 11 rebounds, and nine assists before exiting in the fourth quarter. The Denver Nuggets , riding a season-best six-game winning streak , defeated the Phoenix Suns 122-105 on Saturday night. Jokic shot an impressive 11 of 13 from the field in 28 minutes. Jamal Murray added 30 points for the Nuggets, who played without starters Russell Westbrook and Michael Porter Jr., both sidelined with left hamstring injuries.
Devin Booker led the Suns with 24 points. Phoenix was also missing injured starters Kevin Durant (sprained left ankle) and Bradley Beal (injured left big toe) for the second consecutive game. Grayson Allen was also out with an injured left knee. He had hit two crucial 3-pointers in the final four seconds of Friday's game to force overtime in their victory over Utah. Bol Bol had a season-high 19 points, and Tyus Jones chipped in 15 points and 10 assists for the Suns, who have now lost four of their last five games. In the absence of Westbrook, Julian Strawther stepped up for the Nuggets, scoring 18 points and dishing out six assists in 39 minutes. Christian Braun also contributed 18 points. The Suns, playing without three key starters, saw Bol Bol have an impactful performance. He played 33 minutes, snagged two offensive rebounds in the first quarter, and delivered a spectacular behind-the-back pass to Damion Lee for a 3-pointer that energized the crowd. Murray started the game hot, draining three consecutive 3-pointers, helping the Nuggets to an early 10-2 lead. While the Suns momentarily held the lead in the first quarter, Denver never relinquished control, ultimately leading by 23 points. Booker, who played 49 out of 53 minutes the previous night, saw limited action, playing 34 minutes and shooting 8 of 19 from the field.
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