NBA: Nikola Jokic returns from injuries, helps Nuggets put away Bucks
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Nikola Jokic, returning from injuries, led the Denver Nuggets to a 127-117 victory over the Milwaukee Bucks with a triple-double performance. The Bucks were without key players Giannis Antetokounmpo and Damian Lillard.
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Nikola Jokic returned from a five-game absence due to injuries and recorded 39 points, 10 rebounds, and 10 assists, achieving his 30th triple-double of the season.
The Denver Nuggets defeated the Milwaukee Bucks 127-117, snapping a two-game home losing streak.
Michael Porter Jr. contributed 23 points and 10 rebounds for the Nuggets, while Christian Braun added 19 points and 10 rebounds.
The Bucks were without Giannis Antetokounmpo, who was sidelined with a left foot sprain, and Damian Lillard, out due to deep vein thrombosis.
Brook Lopez led the Bucks with 26 points in the absence of their star players.
