The Denver Nuggets captured their first victory against the Memphis Grizzlies this season. More importantly, they clinched a top-6 playoff spot tonight. Nikola Jokic compiled another historic night as he became the first player in NBA history to record 2,000 points, 1,000 rebounds, and 500 assists in a season. He also gets his 66th 20 point night which leads the NBA. He dropped 35 points, 16 rebounds, 6 assists, and 5 steals with an incredible plus/minus of +37.
The Nuggets were 2-6 in their last 8 home games, but this win against a great Memphis group could give Denver some real momentum moving forward.