The Denver Nuggets secured a dominant victory over the Phoenix Suns, winning 130-112 in the Mortgage Matchup Center. This marked the Nuggets’ seventh consecutive road win in the ongoing 2025-26 NBA Regular Season.
Jokic Shines Despite Injury
Serbian star Nikola Jokic was listed as questionable due to a left wrist sprain. However, he played for 31 minutes and 24 seconds, narrowly missing a triple-double with 26 points, 10 assists, and nine rebounds. Jokic had a perfect shooting night, going 7 for 7 on two-pointers and 2 for 2 on three-pointers.
Key Contributions from Teammates
- Jonas Valanciunas contributed nine points, three assists, and three rebounds coming off the bench.
- Donte DiVincenzo scored 15 points for the Minnesota Timberwolves, who defeated the Boston Celtics 119-115.
- Rudy Gobert added 12 points in the same game.
Other Notable Games
The day featured other thrilling matchups across the league:
- The Toronto Raptors lost in overtime to the Charlotte Hornets, 118-111, ending their nine-game winning streak.
- The Detroit Pistons edged the Miami Heat, winning 138-135.
- The Indiana Pacers secured a close victory against the Chicago Bulls, 103-101.
- The Golden State Warriors defeated the New Orleans Pelicans, 104-96, despite the absence of injured star Stephen Curry.
Standings Overview
Here’s a look at the current standings:
| Eastern Conference | Western Conference |
|---|---|
| 1. Detroit Pistons (16-4) | 1. Oklahoma City Thunder (19-1) |
| 2. Toronto Raptors (14-6) | 2. Los Angeles Lakers (14-4) |
| 3. New York Knicks (12-6) | 3. Houston Rockets (12-4) |
| 4. Miami Heat (13-7) | 4. Denver Nuggets (14-5) |
| 5. Orlando Magic (12-8) | 5. San Antonio Spurs (13-5) |
| 6. Cleveland Cavaliers (12-8) | 6. Minnesota Timberwolves (11-8) |
With thrilling performances from players like Jokic, the NBA continues to deliver exciting action this season. As the competition heats up, teams strive for playoff positions with each game counting.
