Nikola Jokic exploded in the Denver Nuggets' Tuesday night double overtime loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves, finishing with a 61-point triple-double. The Nuggets ended up losing by one point, 140-139, despite Jokic's efforts.

After setting a career-high with 61 points, Denver Nuggets star Nikola Jokic delivered a surprising message following the team’s defeat to the Minnesota Timberwolves. The MVP race between Denver Nuggets star Nikola Jokic and Oklahoma City Thunder standout Shai Gilgeous-Alexander may have taken a decisive turn after Jokić set a career-high with 61 points against the Minnesota Timberwolves.

The visiting Minnesota Timberwolves overcame a 61-point triple-double from Nikola Jokic to defeat the Denver Nuggets in double overtime.