On December 31, 2024, the last day of the year, the Nuggets defeated the Jazz 132-121 on the road, with Westbrook and Jokic delivering explosive performances, both achieving triple-doubles. One is the most versatile guard in history, the other is the most versatile center in history, making their combination truly unique! Jokic: 36 points, 22 rebounds, 11 assists, 4 steals; 14 out of 33 shots, 3 out of 9 three-pointers, 5 out of 6 free throws. Westbrook: 16 points, 10 rebounds, 10 assists, 4 steals; 7 out of 7 shots, 2 out of 2 free throws. Together, they scored 52 points, grabbed 32 rebounds, made 21 assists, and had 8 steals, with Westbrook achieving a perfect shooting percentage, which is quite rare. Jokic has a total of 143 triple-doubles, ranking third in history; this season he has 13 triple-doubles, leading the league. Westbrook has a total of 201 triple-doubles, ranking first in history; this season he has 2 triple-doubles, ranking ninth in the league. Combined, they have achieved 343 triple-doubles. This season, Jokic averages 30.8 points, 12.9 rebounds, 9.5 assists, 1.8 steals, and 0.6 blocks per game, ranking third in scoring, fourth in rebounding, third in assists, sixth in steals, and first in three-point shooting percentage in the league. This season, Westbrook averages 12.1 points, 4.5 rebounds, 6.5 assists, 1.7 steals, and 0.5 blocks per game, ranking 14th in assists and eighth in steals in the league. Compared to his time with the Clippers, Westbrook seems to be playing much happier and in better form with the Nuggets. In addition…

The Denver Nuggets have been revitalized recently, securing a 132-121 victory over the Utah Jazz, gifting them their fourth consecutive loss while achieving their own second consecutive win, now ranking sixth in the Western Conference. After being soundly defeated by the Cavaliers previously, Nikola Jokic's scolding seemed to have woken up the team. Known for his gentlemanly demeanor, Jokic stated that the team's recent performance did not deserve to win. To others, this might not seem like much of a reprimand, but for Jokic, who is considered a "good guy," it was the extent of his anger, especially when directed at his teammates. Honestly, apart from Jokic and Russell Westbrook, the rest of the Nuggets' lineup this season has not been deserving of victories. Michael Porter Jr. has been plagued by injuries, and Aaron Gordon's performance has been declining. Jamal Murray, despite his hefty contract, seemed to be coasting. It wasn't until Jokic's outburst that the Nuggets began to show signs of life. Murray started playing with more effort and has been performing exceptionally well recently. Coach Michael Malone also made a change, placing Westbrook in the starting lineup alongside Murray. The Nuggets set several incredible records today, starting with Murray, Jokic, and Westbrook. Together, they scored a combined 72 points, 36 rebounds, and 31 assists, with each player contributing at least 10 assists. This marks the first time since 1992 that three teammates have each recorded 10 or more assists in a single game. Throughout the game, the Nuggets had only seven turnovers while dishing out 38 assists. Jokic,…

The NBA's best lineup has only 15 spots each year, which is a more prestigious individual honor than being an All-Star. Among these, the first team consists of two backcourt players and three frontcourt players, essentially representing the league's top five players for that season. Therefore, being selected to the first team is highly valued and challenging. So, how many times have current superstars been selected to the first team? Irving has never been selected, Curry and Jokic four times each, and Harden six times, ranking only second. Irving is undoubtedly talented, but he has never reached the level of a superstar. Whether in terms of personal performance or leadership ability, he does not rank among the top tier, hence he has never been selected to the first team in his 13-year career. However, his one-on-one scoring ability in critical moments is top-notch in the league. Similarly, Butler, despite leading his team to the finals twice, has also never been selected to the first team, illustrating just how difficult it is to be chosen. Westbrook was also a formidable player during his peak, a versatile warrior, especially during his time with the Thunder. He achieved the remarkable feat of averaging a triple-double and won the scoring title twice and the assist title twice. However, even as strong as Westbrook is, he has only made it to the first team twice, in 2016 and 2017. The competition at point guard is incredibly fierce. Curry, on the other hand, has had it slightly better. He has won two MVP awards in his…

NBA regular season continues with a total of seven games. In these games, many players have put on outstanding performances, becoming candidates for the best. Which one do you prefer? First place: Towns from the Knicks, shooting 19 out of 13, including 0 out of 3 three-pointers and 6 out of 7 free throws, scoring 32 points and 13 rebounds, with a plus-minus value of +21, ranking second in the game. Facing the Wizards, who are at the bottom of the Eastern Conference, he completely blew up the opponent's interior line and easily grabbed a big double-double. He is absolutely stable as the starting center for the All-Star East. Second place: Hart from the Knicks, shooting 15 out of 7, including 4 out of 8 three-pointers and 5 out of 7 free throws, scoring 23 points, 15 rebounds, 10 assists, and 2 steals, with a plus-minus value of +25, the highest in the game. No wonder he is called "Hart Center," as he grabbed more rebounds than Towns. When Brunson was not performing well, he stepped up to be the team's scorer and assist man. After getting a triple-double, he has now achieved this feat 9 times with the Knicks, ranking fourth in team history. Third place: Powell from the Clippers, shooting 27 out of 13, including 4 out of 12 three-pointers and 5 out of 6 free throws, scoring 35 points, 3 rebounds, 2 assists, and 2 steals. After scoring only 2 points in the first quarter, he exploded in the second quarter with 15 points. In the crucial…

On December 31, 2024, Beijing time, the NBA regular season saw the 7-23 Jazz host the 17-13 Nuggets. This was a winnable game for the Nuggets, but could they seize the opportunity? The Jazz were without Collins, starting with Sexton, George, Zhuang, Markkanen, and Kessler. The Nuggets were missing Gordon, starting with Murray, Westbrook, Braun, Porter, and Jokic. In the first quarter, George hit a three-pointer, followed by layups from Braun, Porter, and Braun, giving the Nuggets a 6-3 lead. Zhuang scored five consecutive points, to which Porter and Murray responded, extending the lead to 11-8. Sexton, Kessler, and Markkanen added points for the Jazz, while Porter and Westbrook responded, keeping the difference at two points. Markkanen, Sexton, and Zhuang went on an 8-0 run to take a six-point lead. After a timeout, Jokic hit a three-pointer, to which Sexton responded with a mid-range shot, maintaining a five-point lead. Jokic, Braun, and Westbrook then took the lead by five points. Clarkson went on a scoring spree, netting 13 points, though Strausser and Murray tried to respond, the Jazz ended the quarter leading 37-36. The second quarter saw Jordan and Watson score five points for the Nuggets, taking a four-point lead. Phil hit a layup, followed by a dunk and free throws from Watson and Strausser, extending the lead to six points. Collier, Zhuang, and George responded with a 9-0 run to take a three-point lead. Murray hit a mid-range shot, to which Zhuang, Markkanen, and Kessler responded, giving the Jazz a seven-point lead. After another timeout, Jokic and Westbrook narrowed…

Achieving a single-season 2000-point feat requires top-notch scoring ability and maintaining an extremely high attendance rate, both of which are indispensable, making it difficult to accomplish. So, how many times have the current star players scored 2000 points in a season? Curry and Jokic: I've done it twice, Durant: I've done it seven times, James: Step aside. Irving is hailed as one of the top scorers in the league, with his scoring skills and clutch performances widely recognized. However, despite his excellent scoring ability, he cannot maintain a high appearance rate while keeping up a first-class scoring performance. Therefore, although he once scored 1816 points in a season, he still failed to reach the standard of 2000 points in a single season. The same situation also occurred to Leonard and Paul, who, despite their formidable strength, had unsatisfactory attendance rates. And Paul, as the representative of traditional point guards, although he has some scoring performances, is still slightly inferior to other top scorers, so they have never had a 2000-point season. Curry, as the face of the league, has extremely high popularity and strong three-point shooting ability. At the peak of his career, he became the scoring champion twice with an average score of over 30 points per game, and he easily broke through 2000 points in those two seasons. Jokic is currently the leader of the league. He not only excels in scoring but also performs outstandingly in organizing and rebounding. In the 22nd and 24th seasons, he also successfully achieved a total score of over 2000 points. Westbrook…

On December 31st, Beijing time, the NBA regular season continued with the Denver Nuggets visiting the Utah Jazz. The Jazz were in the midst of a three-game losing streak, with tanking as their main strategy, but the Nuggets had previously shown a tendency to support weaker teams in the league, so they could not afford to underestimate or be careless. In this game, both teams engaged in high-scoring play, with the Nuggets struggling to widen the point difference. However, the Jazz made a strong comeback at the end of the second quarter with a 15-2 run to take the lead. After halftime, the Jazz's shooting accuracy dropped, allowing the Nuggets to make a strong counterattack, winning the third quarter by 11 points and regaining control of the game. In the final quarter, the Jazz made a desperate attempt to catch up, but the Nuggets, led by Jokic and Westbrook, extended their lead to double digits, effectively sealing the game. Ultimately, the Nuggets defeated the Jazz 132-121. The Jazz are known for their ability to excel in chaotic situations, with Clarkson and Sexton leading the backcourt. However, the Nuggets, driven by the trio of Jokic, Westbrook, and Murray, played their most perfect game together since forming their partnership, completely dominating the Jazz on both offense and defense! Throughout the game, the Nuggets outrebounded the Jazz 51-37, including a 17-7 advantage in offensive rebounds, and outscored them 76-60 in the paint and 34-15 in fast-break points. The Nuggets' fierce defense forced the Jazz into 16 turnovers, converting those into 21 points; in…

On December 31, Beijing time, the Denver Nuggets defeated the Utah Jazz 132-121 to secure their second consecutive victory. Jokic's performance remained at an MVP level, but the rationality of the young master was admirable, shooting 5 for 5 in the first three quarters, and finishing the game with 7 for 7, scoring 16+10+10, achieving his 201st career triple-double. Westbrook has a record of 7 wins and 2 losses when starting this season, making his $3.3 million minimum salary an excellent value. Westbrook played freely in this game, taking big steps in his Eurostep shot and posing for the camera after making it. Murray on the bench even imitated Westbrook's move. In the first quarter, the young master played for 9 minutes, shooting 2 for 2 and scoring 4 points, 3 rebounds, and 4 assists. Jokic scored 9 points, 6 rebounds, and 3 assists in the first quarter, and the cooperation between Westbrook and Jokic is becoming increasingly默契. The young master rested for 6 and a half minutes before entering the court in the second quarter, by which time the Nuggets were already trailing by 7 points. Upon entering the court, the young master broke through and scored, Westbrook assisted Jokic with a hook shot, and the young master countered with another layup, shooting 2 for 2 in the quarter. In the first half, he shot 4 for 4 without missing, scoring 8 points, 7 assists, 4 rebounds, and 1 steal with a 100% shooting percentage. It must be said that Westbrook's performance was outstanding. Westbrook also made his first…

On December 31st, Beijing time, the NBA regular season continued. In today's Western Conference matchup, the Nuggets defeated the Jazz 132-121 on the road, securing their second consecutive victory and improving their record to 18 wins and 13 losses! The Nuggets' victory today was directly related to the outstanding performances of their star player Jokic and new addition Westbrook for the season. Both players achieved a triple-double in the same game, creating the 16th feat in NBA history where teammates achieve triple-doubles together. Jokic had an excellent performance, playing 38 minutes and 18 seconds, shooting 14 of 34, making 3 of 9 three-pointers, and 5 of 6 free throws, scoring a massive triple-double with 36 points, 23 rebounds, and 11 assists, along with 3 steals and a plus-minus of +20. This is Jokic's 143rd career triple-double, ranking third in NBA history; his 13th triple-double this season, ranking first in the league! It is also the fifth time in Jokic's career that he has scored at least 30 points, 20 rebounds, and 10 assists, surpassing Elgin Baylor to become the third in NBA history, behind only Chamberlain (16 times) and Oscar Robertson (7 times). Westbrook continued to start today, playing a total of 32 minutes, shooting 7 of 7, making both free throws, scoring 16 points, 10 rebounds (3 offensive), 10 assists, 4 steals, and no turnovers, with a plus-minus of +21! This is Westbrook's 201st career triple-double, continuing to rank first in NBA history. It is also his second triple-double this season, with his last triple-double being the 200th of…

On December 31st, Beijing time, the NBA regular season saw the Denver Nuggets face off against the Utah Jazz on the road. Despite trailing by 7 points at one point, Nikola Jokic delivered a massive triple-double to lead the Nuggets to a 10-point lead in the fourth quarter. The Jazz managed to close the gap to just 2 points, but Jokic's combination of scoring and passing helped the team pull away once again. Ultimately, the Nuggets secured a 132-121 victory over the Jazz, marking their third win against them this season and their second consecutive win overall. This win propelled the Nuggets past the Los Angeles Lakers to claim the sixth spot in the Western Conference standings, while the Lakers dropped to seventh after being overtaken by both the Clippers and the Nuggets. The Jazz, on the other hand, suffered their fourth consecutive loss. Statistical Highlights Nuggets: Nikola Jokic with 36 points, 23 rebounds, and 10 assists; Russell Westbrook with 16 points, 10 rebounds, and 10 assists; Bruce Brown with 20 points; Michael Porter Jr. with 21 points; Jamal Murray with 20 points and 10 assists; and Bones Hyland with 13 points. Jazz: Collin Sexton with 24 points; Lauri Markkanen with 17 points; Walker Kessler with 12 points and 13 rebounds; Malik Beasley with 22 points; and Rudy Gay with 14 points. Notably, Jokic recorded his 13th triple-double of the season, maintaining his league-leading position. In his career, Jokic has now amassed 144 triple-doubles, ranking him third in NBA history behind only Westbrook (201) and Robertson (181). Westbrook, with 201…