In a clash that marked Doc Rivers’ debut as head coach of the Milwaukee Bucks, the Denver Nuggets (33-15) outplayed the Bucks (32-15), securing a 113-107 win led by Nikola Jokic’s triple-double and Jamal Murray’s scoring prowess.
Jokic delivered yet another masterclass, recording his 14th triple-double of the season with 25 points, 16 rebounds, and 12 assists. Meanwhile, Murray scored 35 points, guiding the Nuggets to victory.
Rivers, taking the helm as the Bucks’ head coach after Adrian Griffin’s dismissal, experienced a game of highs and lows.