Nikola Jokic Makes NBA History In His Finals Debut! #PLAYOFFMODE

Led by Nikola Jokic’s 27 points (8-12 FG), 10 rebounds, and 14 assists, the Denver Nuggets defeated the Miami Heat 104-93 in Game 1 of the #NBAFinals presented by YouTube TV. Jamal Murray added 26 points, 6 rebounds, and 10 assists for the Nuggets in the victory, while Bam Adebayo tallied 26 points, 13 rebounds, and 5 assists for the Heat. The Nuggets lead this best-of-seven series, 1-0, with Game 2 taking place on Sunday, June 4 (8:00 p.m. ET, ABC). Nikola Jokic’s 14 assists tonight are the most assists by a Center in a Finals game in NBA history, previously: Bill Russell: 13 assists on 04/25/1969 vs. Los Angeles Lakers Nikola Jokic is the 1st player in NBA history to record a 25 point triple-double in the Finals on 12 or fewer field goal attempts Nikola Jokic’s 14 assists tonight are the most assists in a Finals debut in NBA history, previously: Jayson Tatum: 13 assists on 06/02/2022 vs. Golden State Warriors Nikola Jokic is the 2nd player in NBA history to record a triple