The Denver Nuggets rallied past the Memphis Grizzlies at home (109-122) and officially advanced to the postseason.
Nikola Jokic led the way for the winners, with 35 points (16/24 shooting), 16 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 steals.
The reigning MVP also became the first player in NBA history to accumulate at least 2,000 points, 1,000 rebounds and 500 assists in a single season. The crowd recognized the achievement with a standing ovation chants of “MVP”.
Following their victory, the Nuggets clinched a top-six spot in the Western Conference playoffs and avoided the four-team play-in. This is the fourth straight year that Denver reaches the postseason.
They can still win the Northwest Division with a victory Sunday night against the Los Angeles Lakers and two losses by the Utah Jazz (48-32), who play the Phoenix Suns and the Portland Trail Blazers.
After the Nuggets’ victory, the Minnesota Timberwolves officially clinched a play-in spot and will take on the Los Angeles Clippers on Tuesday.
In the other matchup in the West, the New Orleans Pelicans will collide with the San Antonio Spurs on Wednesday.
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