US EditionDenver visits Orlando following Jokic's 56-point outing
Denver Nuggets face Orlando Magic in their second meeting this season after Nikola Jokic’s 56-point game led to a 142-138 overtime win, with Denver holding a 12-3 road record.
- After his 56-point game, Nikola Jokic and the Nuggets travel to Orlando at 7 p.m. EST, the second meeting this season with the Magic.
- Their last meeting on Dec. 19 showed a 126-115 Nuggets win, and Denver's recent form includes a strong 128.2-point scoring stretch, according to the report.
- Jamal Murray's recent form shows he has averaged 35.0 over the last 10 games, while Jokic is averaging 29.8 points, 12.1 rebounds, and 11 assists this season.
- The injury report lists Cameron Johnson, Christian Braun, Aaron Gordon and Tamar Bates out, altering Denver's rotation, while Franz Wagner, Goga Bitadze, Moritz Wagner and Jalen Suggs remain day-to-day as Orlando holds a 10-6 home record.
- Denver's efficiency is notable as Denver shoots 51.3% from the field, 3.5% higher than opponents' 47.8%, while Orlando averages 11.4 made 3-pointers and ranks third in fast-break points.
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