On a night that was both impressive and fun, Nikola Jokic , the star center for the Denver Nuggets , had a record-breaking game in the first round of the Western Conference playoffs against the Oklahoma City Thunder . He tallied 42 points, 22 rebounds, and six assists—joining the ranks of just three other players in NBA playoff history to do so. Following the exciting 121-119 win, he celebrated by relaxing at a bar in Oklahoma City, much to the joy of fans and the media.
Jokic's historic night propels Nuggets to comeback victory over ThunderThe Nuggets pulled off an incredible comeback against the top-seeded Thunder, who were ahead by 14 points in the third quarter. Jokic really stepped up, especially in the second half, helping Denver outscore Oklahoma City 71-59. Even after getting a Flagrant 1 foul and racking up five personal fouls, Jokic kept his cool and scored 16 points down the stretch. Analysts were impressed, with Charles Barkley noting Jokic's lively attitude and crucial impact on boosting his team's energy.
The game hit its peak when Aaron Gordon nailed a crucial three-pointer with just 2.8 seconds left, clinching the victory for Denver. This marked Gordon's second game-winning shot of the playoffs, solidifying his reputation for coming through in the clutch.
Right after the game, fans caught Jokic at the Basin Bar located in the Omni Hotel in Oklahoma City. A video taken by a local fan showed the three-time MVP relaxing and enjoying his night, still wearing his game arm sleeve. The video went viral fast, with fans excited to see Jokic unwinding after his incredible game.
While a few fans laughed at Jokic's laid-back attitude, others appreciated how he manages to stay calm off the court while bringing the heat on the court. One fan mentioned, "Thunder got cooked by him and celebrating in OKC bar is insane," while another added, "He’s practicing for the championship parade."
The Nuggets are up 1-0 in the series after this win, snatching home-court advantage from the Thunder. They'll meet again for Game 2 on Wednesday at 9:30 p.m. ET on TNT. Everyone's watching Jokic to see if he can keep up his Game 1 magic.
Also Read: Draymond Green slams Dillon Brooks for leaving the court early and losing respect among NBA peers
During a night that mixed incredible skills on the court with a charming personality off it, Nikola Jokic reminded everyone why he's a standout in the NBA.
Jokic's historic night propels Nuggets to comeback victory over ThunderThe Nuggets pulled off an incredible comeback against the top-seeded Thunder, who were ahead by 14 points in the third quarter. Jokic really stepped up, especially in the second half, helping Denver outscore Oklahoma City 71-59. Even after getting a Flagrant 1 foul and racking up five personal fouls, Jokic kept his cool and scored 16 points down the stretch. Analysts were impressed, with Charles Barkley noting Jokic's lively attitude and crucial impact on boosting his team's energy.
The game hit its peak when Aaron Gordon nailed a crucial three-pointer with just 2.8 seconds left, clinching the victory for Denver. This marked Gordon's second game-winning shot of the playoffs, solidifying his reputation for coming through in the clutch.
Right after the game, fans caught Jokic at the Basin Bar located in the Omni Hotel in Oklahoma City. A video taken by a local fan showed the three-time MVP relaxing and enjoying his night, still wearing his game arm sleeve. The video went viral fast, with fans excited to see Jokic unwinding after his incredible game.
While a few fans laughed at Jokic's laid-back attitude, others appreciated how he manages to stay calm off the court while bringing the heat on the court. One fan mentioned, "Thunder got cooked by him and celebrating in OKC bar is insane," while another added, "He’s practicing for the championship parade."
Jokic at a bar after the win last night 👀 (via legzluthor/TT) pic.twitter.com/l3ciDcZTG8
— Overtime (@overtime) May 6, 2025
The Nuggets are up 1-0 in the series after this win, snatching home-court advantage from the Thunder. They'll meet again for Game 2 on Wednesday at 9:30 p.m. ET on TNT. Everyone's watching Jokic to see if he can keep up his Game 1 magic.
Also Read: Draymond Green slams Dillon Brooks for leaving the court early and losing respect among NBA peers
During a night that mixed incredible skills on the court with a charming personality off it, Nikola Jokic reminded everyone why he's a standout in the NBA.
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