Last night, during “Christmas Day” in the NBA, Nikola Jokic achieved a huge triple-double during Denver’s success against Minnesota, while Houston won on the Lakers’ floor.
For Christmas, Nikola Jokic this time saw things very, very big. Indeed, at the Ball Arena, the Serbian pivot had a completely crazy match to give Denver victory in overtime against Minnesota (142-138). In nearly 43 minutes of play, the latter signed a huge triple-double, of which he alone has the secret, with 56 points (15 out of 21 shooting and 22 out of 23 free throws), 16 rebounds and 15 assists, with also 2 blocks and only 5 lost balls.
Well supported by Jamal Murray (35 points and 10 assists), Jokic led the Nuggets to victory on “Christmas Day” against the Timberwolves who thought they were making a good move on the outside, thanks in particular to Anthony Edwards (44 points and 6 rebounds) and Julius Randle (32 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists). For his part, Rudy Gobert (9 points and 12 rebounds) was a little more discreet.
Despite Doncic, the Lakers fall again
While he missed the last match against the Phoenix Suns (132-108 defeat), Luka Doncic was back for Christmas. Unfortunately for the Los Angeles Lakers, that was not enough for them, as they were beaten by Houston (96-119) during “Christmas Day”. Because, if the Slovenian (25 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists) and LeBron James (18 points) tried to shine, the Rockets were able to count on Amen Thompson (26 points and 7 rebounds) and Kevin Durant (25 points and 8 assists).
Also note, the victory of the Golden State Warriors against Dallas (126-116). Thanks to a good start to the game (40-28 in the first quarter), Stephen Curry’s teammates (23 points) held steady against the Texans, who lost Anthony Davis after just under 11 minutes of play. In his absence, it was Cooper Flagg (27 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists) and Brandon Williams (26 points) who stood out for the Mavericks.
BASKETBALL – NBA / REGULAR SEASON
Thursday December 25, 2025
New York Knicks – Cleveland Cavaliers: 126-124
Oklahoma City Thunder – San Antonio Spurs: 102-117
Golden State Warriors – Dallas Mavericks: 126-116
Los Angeles Lakers – Houston Rockets: 96-119
Denver Nuggets – Minnesota Timberwolves: 142-138 (ap)
