Nikola Jokic has etched his name
into NBA history by becoming the first center and only the third
player ever to average a triple-double over an entire
season. 

Jokic achieved this remarkable
achievement during the Denver Nuggets’ 117–109 victory over the
Memphis Grizzlies when he recorded his fourth assist of the
game.

Jokic concluded the night with
26 points, 16 rebounds, and 13 assists, marking his 34th
triple-double of the season – the fourth-most in a single season in
NBA history. 

His season averages stand at
career highs: 29.8 points, 12.8 rebounds, and 10.3 assists per
game. 

This accomplishment places Jokic
alongside NBA legends Oscar Robertson and Russell Westbrook, who
previously achieved season-long triple-double
averages. 

Notably, Jokic is the first
center to reach this milestone, highlighting his unique versatility
and playmaking ability.​

In addition to his season
averages, Jokic’s 34 triple-doubles this season have elevated his
career total to 164, ranking second all-time behind Westbrook’s
203. 

Jokic’s exceptional performance
has also intensified the MVP race, with many analysts considering
him a frontrunner for the award.

As the Nuggets prepare for the
playoffs, Jokic’s historic season serves as a testament to his
extraordinary talent and the evolving role of centers in modern
basketball.​