In a remarkable NBA game on April 1, 2025, Jokic scores career-high 61 points, plays nearly 53 minutes in 140-139 double-OT loss to Wolves
Der Trainer der Nuggets, Malone, äußerte sich über den Spieler: „Er ist wie Superman. Er spielt auf einem ganz anderen Niveau. Viele behaupten, er sei nicht athletisch, aber nur wenige können das, was er tut, wirklich leisten.
Jokić’s 61 points set the highest individual scoring mark in the NBA for the season. He played over 52 minutes, showcasing his endurance and skill. The game was tightly contested, with the Timberwolves managing to edge out the Nuggets in the final moments.
Anthony Edwards led the Timberwolves with 34 points, 10 rebounds, and eight assists. The decisive moment came when Nickeil Alexander-Walker was fouled with 0.1 seconds remaining in the second overtime. He made two crucial free throws, securing the victory for Minnesota.
The game was notable not only for Jokić’s individual brilliance but also for the resilience displayed by both teams. The Timberwolves overcame the absence of key players Donte DiVincenzo and Naz Reid, who were suspended, while the Nuggets were without Jamal Murray and Michael Porter Jr.
This matchup highlighted Jokić’s exceptional talent and underscored the competitive nature of the NBA, where even historic individual performances don’t always guarantee victory.