Nikola Jokic Could Break Historic NBA Record in Game 3 vs. Lakers

Nikola Jokic could pass Wilt Chamberlain in Nuggets vs. Lakers Game 3
Nikola Jokic Could Break Historic NBA Record in Game 3 vs. Lakers
Nikola Jokic Could Break Historic NBA Record in Game 3 vs. Lakers /

With 7 triple-doubles already this postseason, Denver Nuggets star Nikola Jokic is just one away from passing Wilt Chamberlain for the most ever in a single playoff run. With triple-doubles in each of his last four games, including the first two of this series, Jokic could break this historic record in Game 3 vs. the Los Angeles Lakers on Saturday night.

Not concerned with triple-doubles or any of his statistical dominance, Jokic is only focused on winning. That said, his big stat lines have been translating to wins this entire season, and they have reached a new level in the playoffs so far. With one more triple-double, Jokic will pass Wilt for the most ever in a playoff run, which would further silence any of the noise questioning his ability to thrive in the postseason.

Two wins away from the NBA Finals, Jokic and the Nuggets are looking to take a commanding 3-0 lead on Saturday night. It won't be easy, as the Lakers have been unbeatable at home this postseason, but the Nuggets have been a force this entire year. A confident group, Denver will be entering Los Angeles on Saturday looking to land a knockout punch.

Having already defeated a Suns team that many felt could make an NBA Finals run, the Nuggets are not concerned with the difficulty of their opponent. While they respect the Lakers and what they can do, Denver is a confident group that believes they belong in the NBA Finals.

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