The Nuggets beat the Wolves, 142-138, in overtime thanks to a historic performance from Jokic that again makes him the MVP front-runner and asserts his place among the game’s all-time greats. Jokic finished with 56 points, 16 rebounds, and 15 assists, setting multiple NBA records in the process:

Nikola Jokic’s historic stat line helped the Nuggets beat the Timberwolves 142-138 in overtime, setting multiple NBA records.

Nicola Jokic poured in an NBA record 18 of his 56 points in overtime to lead the Denver Nuggets to a thrilling win over the Minnesota Timberwolves.

Anthony Edwards briefly distracts Nikola Jokic before a free throw as Nuggets survive tense Christmas overtime win.

Nikola Jokic recorded a 56-point triple-double and set an NBA record with 18 points in overtime, leading the Denver Nuggets to a 142-138 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Thursday night. Jokic broke Stephen Curry’s record of 17 overtime points from 2016,

Nikola Jokic broke an overtime record previously held by Stephen Curry in the win over the Timberwolves on Christmas Day.

Aaron Gordon calls Nikola Jokic family after Rockets games, highlighting trust, brotherhood, and their championship bond.

Nikola Jokic praised Cooper Flagg after Tuesday's loss to the Mavericks, saying that the rookie does not come across as a teenager to him.