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Nikola Jokic records triple-double as Nuggets defeat Raptors 128-109

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Last updated Nov 5, 2026

Nikola Jokic records triple-double as Nuggets defeat Raptors 128-109

Summary

Nikola Jokic scored 32 points, alongside 11 assists and 10 rebounds, to lead the Denver Nuggets over the Toronto Raptors 128-109 on November 5. The performance marked Jokic’s third triple-double of the season and highlighted a dominant third quarter where the Nuggets outscored their opponents 41-15. Denver had previously struggled at home, but this victory marked their largest win of the season so far. Rookie Bryce Hopkins added a career-high 18 points, with Aaron Gordon contributing 17 points and Jamal Murray scoring 14. The Raptors, after a strong start to the season, have now lost three of their last four games. Toronto's RJ Barrett led his team with 22 points.

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By the Numbers

•Nikola Jokic achieved his third triple-double of the season.
•Nuggets outscored Raptors 41-15 in the third quarter.
•Rookie Bryce Hopkins scored a career-high 18 points off the bench.
•RJ Barrett led the Raptors with 22 points.
•Nuggets improve their home record, having lost two of three prior games.

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5:01 AMYahoo Sports — Jokic scores 32 in 3rd triple-double this season as Nuggets roll to 128-109 win over Raptors

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DENVER (AP) — Nikola Jokic had 32 points, 11 assists and 10 rebounds for his third triple-double this season to lead the Denver Nuggets over the Toronto Raptors 128-109 on Wednesday night.Six other Nuggets players finished in double figures, led by rookie forward Bryce Hopkins, who came off the bench to score a career-high 18 points.
— Yahoo Sportsby CRAIG MEYER

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