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Jokic’s triple-double secures nail-biting victory for Nuggets

Jokic’s triple-double secures nail-biting victory for Nuggets

The Denver Nuggets recorded their third home victory in as many games by defeating the Charlotte Hornets 119–115 at the Ball Arena. Reigning MVP Nikola Jokic set a career-high with 27 rebounds along with 40 points and 10 assists for his fifth triple-double of the season, becoming the first player to do so since Wilt Chamberlain in 1968. The Nuggets led by three points after the...

Charlotte Hornets forward Hayward fractures shoulder

Charlotte Hornets forward Hayward fractures shoulder

Charlotte Hornets forward Gordon Hayward has been ruled out indefinitely after suffering a fracture in his left shoulder. The 32-year-old missed eight consecutive games for the Eastern Conference side after picking up a shoulder injury against the Chicago Bulls earlier this month. However, he returned to action for three consecutive games before being sidelined in the 110-108 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves last Friday. The veteran...