Denver Nuggets star Nikola Jokic made history when he became the second player in NBA history to record a triple-double in their Finals debut. Jokic put up an impressive 27 points, 14 assists and 10 rebounds as the Nuggets beat the Miami Heat 104-93 in Game 1 of the NBA Finals.
Jokic’s performance was nothing short of remarkable, as he was able to lead his team to victory despite being matched up against one of the best defensive teams in the league. He was also able to do it while playing a position that is traditionally dominated by smaller players. His size and strength allowed him to be a force on both ends of the court, and his ability to find open teammates for easy baskets was key to Denver’s success.
The triple-double was just one part of Jokic’s impressive performance, however. He also had four steals and two blocks, showing off his defensive prowess as well. His passing ability was also on full display as he found open teammates for easy buckets throughout the game. His overall stat line of 27 points, 14 assists and 10 rebounds helped propel Denver to victory in Game 1 and set them up nicely for a potential series win.
Jokic’s triple-double is even more impressive considering that he is only 25 years old and has already achieved such an incredible feat in his first ever NBA Finals appearance. This accomplishment puts him alongside Jason Kidd as the only two players ever to achieve this feat in their debut season. It also shows just how far Jokic has come since entering the league back in 2014; he now stands among some of the greatest players ever to play basketball.
Overall, Nikola Jokic’s triple-double performance in Game 1 of the NBA Finals will go down as one of the most impressive individual performances in recent memory. His ability to dominate both sides of the court while playing a position traditionally reserved for smaller players is truly remarkable, and it sets him apart from many other stars around the league today. With 105 career triple-doubles under his belt already, it looks like this won’t be the last time we see Nikola Jokic make history on basketball’s biggest stage.
