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What is Nikola Jokic’s career high? Exploring Nikola Jokic Career High Games

The Denver Nuggets lost whenever Nikola Jokic scored 50 or more points in a game.

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Nikola Jokic recorded the highest-scoring triple-double in NBA history during his 61-point outburst on Apr. 01 in the Nuggets’ overtime loss to the Timberwolves. The Serbian superstar shattered the previous record of his team-mate Russell Westbrook, who had 57 points, 13 rebounds and 11 assists for the Thunder in 2017.

The Serbian superstar is setting a benchmark in the NBA and his consistent shooting makes him a legendary figure. He led the Nuggets to an NBA Championship for the first time in 2023 and also won the MVP honor three times. Jokic is updating his numbers with each season and we won’t be surprised if he surpass his 61-point performance record in the league.

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Let’s learn about Nikola Jokic’s top 3 career-high performances including his historic triple-double against the Timberwolves. His two career highs came in the 2024-25 season and surprisingly, the Nuggets lost whenever Jokic scored 50 or more points in a game.

3. 50 Points vs. Kings (2021)

Nikola Jokic scored his career’s first 50-point performance against the Sacramento Kings on Feb. 06, 2021. The Serbian center started with a 22-point first quarter which was also a record for him. Jokic tallied 12 assists, eight rebounds, three blocks while shooting 20-for-33 from the field in his 41 minutes of action.

With this 50-point outburst, he became the first Nuggets player since Carmelo Anthony to record 50 points in a game. However, Jokic’s career-high performance couldn’t help the Nuggets as the Kings had the last laugh with 119-114.

▪️ Career-high 50 points
▪️ 1st @nuggets player w/ 50 since Melo
▪️ 12 AST, 3 BLK

Nikola Jokic with an unreal performance. 🤯 pic.twitter.com/gL99co5w01
— NBA (@NBA) February 7, 2021

2. 56 Points vs. Wizards (2024)

Nikola Jokic entered the 2024-25 as the three-time MVP and one-time NBA champion. The reigning MVP winner produced his second 50-point performance against the Washington Wizards on Dec. 07, 2024. Jokic tallied 56 points, 16 rebounds, and 8 assists on 22-of-38 shooting.

Despite a career-high performance from Jokic, the Nuggets lost to the Wizards 112-113. The win broke a 16-game losing streak for Washington. This performance was also special because Jokic didn’t get support from other players. Nuggets were playing without Jamal Murray (hamstring) and Aaron Gordon (calf).

Jokić posted HISTORIC numbers for the Nuggets!

🃏 56 PTS (career-high)
🃏 16 REB
🃏 8 AST
🃏 3 3PM

He's the first player in NBA history to total 55+ PTS, 15+ REB, 5+ AST and 3+ 3PM in a single game. pic.twitter.com/7L0lM1e5bJ
— NBA (@NBA) December 8, 2024

1. 61 Points vs Timberwolves ( 2025)

Within five months, Nikola Jokic updated his career-high and introduced his first-ever 60-point performance. The Serbian superstar highlighted a 61-point explosion in the Nuggets’ heartbreaking loss to the Timberwolves on Apr. 01, 2025. Nikola Jokic became just the 5th center in the league history to reach 800 career 3-pointer made.

The three-time MVP recorded the highest-scoring triple-double in NBA history, breaking the previous record held by Russell Westbrook (57). He finished with 61 points, 10 rebounds, 10 assists, and 2 steals over a 52-minute stay. Minnesota spoiled Jokic’s career-high with a double-overtime victory against the Nuggets.

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A native of Jaipur, Rajasthan, journalist, and a complete soccer and basketball fan, he found the huge interest with basketball by watching videos of Allen Iverson and Tony Parker, but fell head over heels in love with the sport during the Warriors’ championship era (2015-2018). A sports game addict since his late PS1, he’s also passionate about the Eagles, Inter Miami and the Fever. He’s fortunate to have seen all his favorite teams win championships. He also has a special love for cricket and football (soccer), where he is a fan of Royal Challengers Bangalore and Barcelona.