Denver Star Reaches Historic Milestone Against New Orleans
Nikola Jokić recorded his 200th career regular-season triple-double as Denver defeated New Orleans, 104-91, on Wednesday night. The three-time NBA MVP became only the second player in league history to reach the historic statistical milestone.
Jokić Records 200th Career Triple-Double
Ben Lambert of NBA.com documented Jokić’s milestone as the Denver center reached 200 triple-doubles during his 12th NBA season. Jokić finished with 21 points, 13 rebounds, and 10 assists while posting a game-high plus-17 rating against New Orleans.
The milestone came three days after Jokić recorded his 199th triple-double during another victory against the Pelicans. He produced 35 points, 15 rebounds, and 10 assists as Denver erased a 23-point deficit before winning in overtime.
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Milestone Line Against New Orleans
- Points: Jokić scored 21 points while shooting 8-of-13 from the field and making all five free-throw attempts.
- Rebounds: His 13 rebounds led Denver and helped complete the second 200th regular-season triple-double in NBA history.
- Assists: Jokić distributed 10 assists, reaching double figures in three statistical categories for the historic 200th time.
- Plus-minus: His plus-17 rating led all players during Denver’s 13-point road victory over the winless New Orleans Pelicans.
- Minutes: Jokić accumulated his milestone numbers across 34 minutes while adding one steal during Denver’s first road victory.
Denver Beats New Orleans on Jokić’s Historic Night
Denver never trailed against New Orleans, opening a 37-18 first-quarter advantage before building its lead to 22 points. The Pelicans eventually reduced the deficit to five during the fourth quarter, but Denver responded and secured the road victory.
Jamal Murray led Denver with 23 points, while Aaron Gordon contributed 15 points and 11 rebounds during the victory. Zion Williamson scored 25 points for New Orleans, which remained winless after losing both games against Denver during their series.
Jokić Leads Nuggets With Plus-17 Rating
Jokić finished with Denver’s best plus-minus at plus-17, providing additional context alongside his milestone triple-double performance. Denver also outscored New Orleans 25-18 during the fourth quarter after the Pelicans had reduced their earlier deficit substantially.
Westbrook Remains Ahead With 209 Triple-Doubles
Russell Westbrook remains the NBA’s career regular-season triple-double leader after retiring with 209 across his 18-season professional career. Jokić moved into exclusive second place at 200, leaving him nine triple-doubles behind Westbrook’s established league record.
Oscar Robertson ranks third with 181 career triple-doubles, followed by Magic Johnson with 138 and LeBron James with 125. Jokić and Westbrook remain the only players in NBA history to reach at least 200 regular-season triple-doubles.
Jokić Reaches 200 During His 12th Season
Jokić reached 200 triple-doubles during his 12th NBA campaign, while Westbrook accumulated his record across 18 professional seasons. Westbrook originally broke Oscar Robertson’s longstanding career record in 2021 before eventually finishing his career with 209 triple-doubles.
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Jokić Moves Within Nine of NBA Record
Jokić’s latest milestone leaves him nine triple-doubles behind Westbrook and 19 ahead of Robertson on the NBA’s historical leaderboard. The Denver center entered the season with 198, then recorded consecutive triple-doubles against New Orleans to reach the 200 mark.
His 200th triple-double was also his 155th game containing at least 20 points, 10 rebounds, and 10 assists. Only Robertson has recorded more such performances, producing 174 during his Hall of Fame career before retiring in 1974.
Westbrook Set Benchmark Across 18 NBA Seasons
Westbrook finished his career with 209 triple-doubles after recording his final one during the 2025-26 NBA regular season. His record followed a career featuring five seasons averaging double figures in both scoring and assists across a six-year stretch.
Milestone Extends Jokić’s Historic NBA Career
Denver selected Jokić with the 41st overall pick during the second round of the 2014 NBA Draft. He later became a three-time NBA Most Valuable Player, winning the award in 2021, 2022, and 2024.
Jokić also led Denver to its first NBA championship in 2023 before earning Finals MVP honors for his postseason performance. His résumé now includes 200 regular-season triple-doubles alongside eight All-Star selections and eight All-NBA honors through the milestone game.
Career Honors Add Context to Triple-Double Milestone
Jokić’s three MVP awards place his triple-double achievement within a career already featuring championship and individual recognition. His 2023 championship and Finals MVP award remain defining accomplishments alongside the statistical milestones accumulated throughout his Denver career.
Analytical Breakdown: Denver Benefits from Jokić’s All-Around Production
Jokić’s 13 rebounds and 10 assists show how his influence extends beyond scoring during Denver’s half-court possessions. His passing creates difficult defensive choices because additional coverage can immediately produce opportunities for teammates cutting or relocating. Reaching 200 triple-doubles reflects how consistently scoring, rebounding, and playmaking have intersected throughout Jokić’s central role with Denver.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many career triple-doubles does Nikola Jokić have?
Jokić reached 200 career regular-season triple-doubles during Denver’s 104-91 road victory over New Orleans on October 28.
Who has the most triple-doubles in NBA history?
Russell Westbrook holds the NBA regular-season record with 209 career triple-doubles, finishing nine ahead of Jokić’s milestone total.
How far is Jokić from Westbrook’s record?
Jokić sits nine triple-doubles behind Westbrook after becoming only the second NBA player to reach 200 during the regular season.
What were Jokić’s numbers in his 200th triple-double?
Jokić recorded 21 points, 13 rebounds, and 10 assists while finishing with a game-high plus-17 rating against New Orleans.
How many NBA seasons did Jokić need to reach 200?
Jokić reached his 200th career regular-season triple-double during his 12th NBA season with the Denver Nuggets.
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