Last night’s NBA action brought the anticipated clash between European big men Nikola Jokić and Alperen Şengün.

The Turkish center and the Houston Rockets hosted the three-time MVP and the Denver Nuggets , and the Joker took center stage once again, leading his team to a valuable 112–109 road victory.

Jokić finished just an assist shy of yet another triple-double, posting 34 points on 11/20 shooting along with 10 rebounds. It’s also worth noting that Denver won despite losing Aaron Gordon early to injury.

As for the Rockets , Şengün recorded 14 points, five rebounds, and six assists, while Reed Sheppard led the way with 27 points. Kevin Durant added just 13 in 35 minutes.

Elsewhere, Deni Avdija led the Portland Trail Blazers to a 127–123 road victory over the Golden State Warr

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