The short-handed Nets hit the road and played three strong quarters of basketball in Denver on Friday, but Nikola Jokić and the Nuggets unleashed an offensive avalanche in the third quarter that ultimately led to a 124-105 loss.

Swipa (@SwipaCam) January 11, 2025 Ryan Blackburn: "When the Nets run Ben Simmons at center against Nikola Jokic, it really puts into perspective how much like children Jokic makes most people look.

The three-time MVP also made NBA history. Via The NBA: "With his 8th assist tonight, Nikola Jokić just became the fastest player to reach 15K+ PTS, 7,500+ REB, and 5K+ AST, doing so in just 709 ...

but Nikola Jokić and the Nuggets unleashed an offensive avalanche in the third quarter that ultimately led to a 124-105 loss. Ben Simmons returned from a four-game absence against the Nuggets ...