Denver Nuggets, Nikola Jokic and Timberwolves
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Nikola Jokic had a masterclass game on Wednesday against the LA Clippers. Jokic dropped 55 points, 12 rebounds and six assists to lead the Denver Nuggets to a 130-116 win.
Jokic’s game against the Clippers is the most efficient 50-point game in NBA history. He finished with 91.5 percent true shooting on the night. League-average so far this season is 58.3 percent. Jokic is the first player to ever score 90+ points on 80 percent shooting from the field over the span of two days.
Nikola Jokic's shooting statistics from the game are nothing short of extraordinary. He made 18 of his 23 field goal attempts, including 5 of 6 from beyond the arc, and converted 14 of 16 free throws.
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Nikola Jokic has led the Denver Nuggets to a 130-116 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers, scoring 55 points to tie the highest-scoring performance in the NBA this season