Jokić Poised to Make History Again: American's Record Within Reach!

Pulse Sports Team 01:07 - 26 March 2026

Nikola Jokić finished last season averaging a triple-double. He now has the opportunity to repeat that, potentially drawing closer to Russell Westbrook's record.

An American player has averaged a triple-double four times in a season. The Sombor native achieved this last year and is now very close to repeating that feat.

American statisticians analyzed this situation and concluded that Nikola Jokić needs to record a total of 68 assists in the next ten games. After tallying an impressive 17 successful passes last night, the calculation has changed: he now needs 51 more assists in the remaining nine games, which means he requires an average of 5.7 per game. This is certainly achievable, given Jokić's penchant for assisting teammates and distributing the ball.

Jokić is steadily building his form for the playoffs. The Serbian star is on track to average a triple-double, which would further solidify his place in NBA history. Against Phoenix on Tuesday night, he recorded yet another triple-double, his third in a row, clearly indicating his pursuit of last year's success. Will this be enough for an NBA award? Time will tell.