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Michael Porter Jr. and Nikola Jokic powered the Denver Nuggets (49-21) to a commanding 113-100 win over the New York Knicks (41-28) on Thursday night.
Porter’s scored game-high 31 points on an impressive 13-of-16 shooting from the field. Meanwhile, Jokic showcased his MVP-caliber skills with a dominant triple-double performance, tallying 30 points, 14 rebounds, and 11 assists.
The Nuggets’ victory marks their 13th win in 15 games since the All-Star break, propelling them into contention for the top seed in the Western Conference.