Introduction
Nikola Jokic did it again. The Denver Nuggets beat the Toronto Raptors 128-109 on November 4, 2026. Jokic scored 32 points. He also had 11 assists and 10 rebounds. An assist is a pass that leads straight to a score. A rebound is when a player catches the ball after a missed shot. When a player gets 10 or more in three areas, it is called a triple-double. This was Jokic’s third triple-double of the season. Many fans in Canada searched for this game. They wanted the score and Jokic’s numbers. The Raptors are Canada’s team. That is why this game was trending in Canada.
What Happened
The game was played in Denver on Wednesday night. The Raptors led 67-64 at half time. Then Denver took control. The Nuggets outscored Toronto 41-15 in the third quarter. That big run changed the game. Jokic was the star. He made 13 of 19 shots. He also had three steals. A steal is when a player takes the ball from the other team. He did all of this in only about 30 minutes. Six other Nuggets players also scored 10 or more points. Rookie Bryce Hopkins scored 18 points from the bench. Aaron Gordon scored 17 points. Jamal Murray scored 14 points and had seven assists. For Toronto, RJ Barrett scored 22 points. That was the seventh time in eight games that he scored 20 or more. Scottie Barnes scored 17 points. He also had six rebounds, six assists, and three steals.
Why People Are Talking About It
People are talking about this game for a few reasons. First, Jokic makes hard things look easy. He scores, he passes, and he rebounds. He does all three at a very high level. Second, the third quarter was amazing. A 41-15 quarter is a huge gap. It showed how fast a game can turn. Third, this was the most lopsided win of the season for Denver. Lopsided means one team won by a big margin. Fans also love to compare Jokic and Wembanyama. Both stars had huge nights on the same day. That made NBA fans talk even more.
What Happens Next
Denver will play at home against Indiana on Saturday. The Nuggets are now 4-3 this season. Toronto will play at Milwaukee on Friday. The Raptors are now 4-4. Toronto started well at 3-1. Since then, the team has lost three of its last four games. The Raptors will want to fix their shooting. They made only three of 15 three-point shots in Denver. A three-point shot is a shot from far away. It is worth three points. If they shoot better, they can win more games.
Final Thoughts
This was a clear win for Denver. Jokic led the way with another triple-double. The Raptors had a good first half. Then Denver’s third quarter was too strong. It is a good lesson for young fans. One bad quarter can change a whole game. Jokic is still one of the best players in the NBA. That is why his name keeps trending.
Disclaimer: This article is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice.
Sources: TSN (The Canadian Press), ESPN.
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