NBA Recap: 56 Of Nikola Jokic Not Enough, Morant Shines in Win Of Memphis Grizzlies

Nikola Jokic erupted for a career-best 56 points in the NBA, contributing 16 rebounds and 8 assists, yet the Denver Nuggets lost 122-113 to the Washington Wizards. Even with the outstanding play of Nikola Jokic, the Nuggets had difficulty shooting from long range in the NBA, making only 5 of 24 three-point attempts. Washington took advantage of this by hitting an impressive 16 three-pointers, highlighted by a personal-best 39 points from Jordan Poole. The Wizards ended their 16-game losing streak with this victory, raising their record to 1-18 for the season.

Ja Morant guided the Memphis Grizzlies to a 127-121 win against the Boston Celtics, scoring 32 points, collecting 9 rebounds, and providing 9 assists. Memphis endured a fierce fourth-quarter challenge from Boston, as Jaren Jackson Jr. added 27 points and 9 rebounds. The Celtics, although getting 23 points from Jrue Holiday along with strong efforts from Jayson Tatum and Payton Pritchard, failed to finish the comeback. Memphis distanced themselves in the final moments of the game to clinch the victory.

Evan Mobley recorded a career-high with 41 points and 10 rebounds, guiding the Cleveland Cavaliers to a 116-102 victory against the Charlotte Hornets. Mobley established the pace right away, tallying 23 points in the opening quarter, featuring 5-of-6 from beyond the arc. The Cavaliers’ strong defense and offensive depth, featuring 18 points each from Darius Garland and Donovan Mitchell. Moreover, allowed them to achieve a league-leading 21-3 record.

In a different game, Luka Doncic achieved yet another triple-double, scoring 30 points, grabbing 13 rebounds. Moreover, dishing out 11 assists in the Dallas Mavericks’ 125-118 victory against the Toronto Raptors in the NBA. Detroit’s Cade Cunningham achieved a triple-double with 29 points, 10 rebounds. Furthermore, a personal-best 15 assists in a 120-111 win against the New York Knicks.