Triple-double streak ends Jokic supplied 34 points (12-19 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 9-10 FT), nine rebounds, eight assists, two steals and one block across 36 minutes Sunday in the Nuggets' 117-111 win over the Pistons. Impact Jokic fell just short of notching his fifth consecutive triple-double, but since he still eclipsed his season averages in points, assists, steals and blocks while converting at an excellent clip from the field and the free-throw line, fantasy managers have little to complain about. The reigning MVP is making a compelling case to take home the hardware for the second season in a row; aside from a major spike in his rebound rate and a similarly sharp downturn in his free-throw percentage, Jokic's numbers are mostly in line with what he delivered in 2020-21.
JANUARY 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE