Nikola Jokic out-played Victor Wembanyama this time, with 46 points to lead an overtime comeback win for the Nuggets on Saturday.

The three-time league MVP returned the compliment by calling Wembanyama “one that’s going to be remembered forever.” ...

The New York Knicks and Cleveland Cavaliers both secured victories, extending their winning streaks in the latest NBA games.

The Rockets stifled the Hornets early on, holding Charlotte to 15 points in the first quarter and 1 for 11 from beyond the ...

Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (15) goes to the basket against New Orleans Pelicans center Yves Missi (21) in the second half of an NBA basketball game in New Orleans. Denver Nuggets center ...

December 23 - Nikola Jokic overcame a slow start to finish with a triple-double and the visiting Denver Nuggets rebounded from a 17-point deficit to defeat the New Orleans Pelicans 132-129 in ...

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Nikola Jokic overcame a slow scoring start for his ninth triple-double of the season, finishing with 27 points, 13 rebounds and 10 assists in the Denver Nuggets' 132-129 ...

In contrast, the Pelicans are having a tough season, holding a dismal 5-23 record ... The Nuggets received positive news with two-time MVP Nikola Jokic confirmed to be available for the matchup.

11 turnovers as a team. Murray/Westbrook with 3 each. Jokic with 6 points. MPJ hit an early three, and that’s the last play he’s made. If you don’t think Jokic is MVP right now on December ...

Denver's NBA Most Valuable Player Nikola Jokic shook off a slow start to post a 27-point triple-double Sunday as the Nuggets rallied to beat the New Orleans Pelicans 132-129 in overtime.