*Nuggets Star Nikola Jokić Makes History: Becomes 3rd NBA Player to Average Triple-Double for a Season*

*Nuggets Star Nikola Jokić Makes History: Becomes 3rd NBA Player to Average Triple-Double for a Season*

Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokić has achieved a remarkable feat, becoming the third player in NBA history to average a triple-double for an entire season. Jokić finished the season with averages of 29.8 points, 12.8 rebounds, and 10.3 assists per game.

*Historic Company*

Jokić joins an elite group of players who have accomplished this impressive feat:
– *Russell Westbrook*: Averaged a triple-double four times (2016-17, 2017-18, 2018-19 for Oklahoma City, and 2020-21 for Washington)
– *Oscar Robertson*: Averaged a triple-double in the 1961-62 season for Cincinnati

*Jokić’s Impressive Season*

This season has been remarkable for Jokić, who:
– *Set career-bests*: In scoring, 3-pointers made, and 3-point percentage
– *Recorded 34 triple-doubles*: The most in the league this season
– *Ranked second*: In total regular-season triple-doubles with 164, behind Russell Westbrook’s 203
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With this achievement, Jokić solidifies his position as one of the greatest players in the NBA today.