Nikola Jokic became the first player in NBA history to register a triple-double of at least 30 points, 20 rebounds and 20 assists in a game as the Denver Nuggets beat the Phoenix Suns 149-141 in overtime.
The Serb, 30, scored 31 points, made 21 rebounds and had 22 assists in the match.
Jokic was voted the league’s most valuable player last season, the third time he has won the award.
Phoenix trailed by 21 points in the third quarter before a stunning fightback, with Kevin Durant – who scored 29 points in total – hitting a three-pointer on the buzzer to send the game into overtime.
However, Denver forged ahead early in the extra period to secure a second successive victory.
Their 41-22 win-loss record means they are third in the Western Conference.
Denver’s next opponents on Sunday are leaders the Oklahoma City Thunder, who beat the Portland Trail Blazers 107-89.
In the Eastern Conference, leaders the Cleveland Cavaliers – who have already confirmed their play-off spot – beat the Charlotte Hornets 118-117 for their 13th straight victory.
