Jokic s first four 50+: 60+ triple-double loss, ending the 16-game losing streak, 20-for-30 vs. 25-for-37

In the NBA regular season, the Nuggets defeated the Clippers 130-116 and won 6 consecutive victories. In this game, Jokic scored 55 points, 12 rebounds, 6 assists, 1 steal and 1 block. This was the fifth 50+ in his career and the first 50+ in a win.

So, why is it so difficult for Teacher Qiang Ruyue to win a game when he scores 50+ points? Excavator will take you to review these four games:

February 6, 2021, Nuggets 114-119 Kings.

Jokic made 20 of 33 shots, 3 of 6 three-pointers, 7 of 7 free throws, and scored 50 points for the first time in his career. He also had 8 rebounds and 12 assists. However, the help provided by his teammates was not enough. In the fourth quarter, the teacher scored 23 points on 10 of 13 shots.

On May 7, 2023, Western Conference Semifinals G4, Nuggets 124-129 Suns

Teacher Yao scored 20 of 30, 2 of 4 three-pointers, and 11 of 13 free throws. He scored 53 points in the playoffs. 4 rebounds and 11 assists, but there were two sharpshooters on the opposite side. Booker made 14 of 18, 3 of 4 three-pointers and scored 36 points and 12 assists. Durant scored 36 points, 11 rebounds and 6 assists on 11 of 19 shots, 2 of 4 three-pointers.

On December 7, 2024, the Nuggets 113-122 the Wizards

Jokic made 22 of 39, 3 of 6 three-pointers, 9 of 13 free throws, scored 56 points, 16 rebounds and 8 assists , but his teammates only had a maximum of 18 points; for the Wizards, Poole scored 9 three-pointers and scored 39 points and 8 assists. Champany and Varan also scored 20+. It is worth mentioning that this game ended the Wizards' 16-game losing streak.

April 1, 2025 Nuggets 139-140 Timberwolves

Jokic had the strongest game of his career. In 53 minutes, Jokic made 18 of 29 shots, 6 of 11 three-pointers, and 19 of 24 free throws. He scored 61 points, 10 rebounds, and 10 assists. The final moments of the game were dramatic. The Nuggets led by 2 points. Westbrook had almost no baskets and no progress. He turned around and fouled Walker with a three-pointer. The latter made three free throws and narrowly won by one point.