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Nuggets Snap Losing Streak with Jokic's Triple-Double

12/16/2025

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Summary

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The Denver Nuggets defeated the Houston Rockets 123-119 on December 15, 2025, ending a four-game home losing streak as Nikola Jokic of the Denver Nuggets posted a 38-point triple-double.
Kevin Durant of the Houston Rockets scored a game-high 40 points.
After a halftime tie, the Rockets surged in the third before Jokic's late scoring and assists sealed the Nuggets' win, leaving both teams in playoff contention.

History

Historical Context

The 1998 NBA Finals culminated in the Chicago Bulls' sixth championship, led by Michael Jordan's 45 points in Game 6 on June 14. This victory marked the end of an era, as the Bulls dominated the league with a 72-win season and solidified their legacy. The Finals achieved record TV ratings, surpassing even the 1998 World Series, highlighting the NBA's growing popularity.

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The Denver Nuggets defeated the Houston Rockets 123-119 on December 15, 2025, ending a four-game home losing streak as Nikola Jokic of the Denver Nuggets posted a 38-point triple-double.
Kevin Durant of the Houston Rockets scored a game-high 40 points.
After a halftime tie, the Rockets surged in the third before Jokic's late scoring and assists sealed the Nuggets' win, leaving both teams in playoff contention.

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