Key Takeaways:
- Nikola Jokic registered 33 points, 16 assists, and 15 rebounds for his fifth triple-double of the season
- Denver secured a 122-112 victory, marking their 11th straight regular-season win over Miami
- Miami concluded their four-game trip with a 1-3 record and were outrebounded 61-38
Match Summary
Nikola Jokic delivered a commanding performance for the Denver Nuggets, amassing 33 points, 16 assists, and 15 rebounds to claim his fifth triple-double of the season as the hosts triumphed 122-112 against the Miami Heat. Jokic, efficient throughout, shot 12 of 18 from the field and completed his triple-double by collecting an offensive rebound with 6:36 left in the third quarter.
Aaron Gordon contributed 24 points for Denver, who have now won their opening four games at Ball Arena this season. The Nuggets built a 17-point lead in the fourth quarter, but Miami narrowed the margin to eight with just 43 seconds remaining before Jamal Murray secured the result by converting two free throws.
Nikola triple-doubles: 5
Rest of NBA: 5 pic.twitter.com/OdKGblNALu— Denver Nuggets (@nuggets) November 6, 2025
Heat’s Struggles in Denver Continue
Despite starting the night with a 3-pointer from Norman Powell – the first time Denver have trailed at home this campaign – Miami could not overcome their long-standing difficulties in Denver. The Heat have not registered a regular-season win in the Mile High City since 30 November 2016, although they did manage a victory in Game 2 of the 2023 NBA Finals. Denver ultimately clinched that Finals series in five games to capture their only championship.
Norman Powell led the Heat with 23 points, as Miami concluded a four-game trip with just a single win. Bam Adebayo exited after the first quarter owing to a left foot injury, and the team is expected to provide an update on his condition on Thursday. The Heat’s rebounding woes were pronounced, as they were outmuscled by a 61-38 margin on the boards.
Coaching Connections and Upcoming Fixtures
Before tip-off, Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra described facing Nuggets interim head coach David Adelman as “surreal” because of his strong connection with the Adelman family, noting his admiration for David’s father, Rick Adelman.
Looking ahead, Miami will begin a four-game homestand against Charlotte on Friday, while Denver are set to host Golden State on the same night.
| Team | Points Leader | Rebounds | Assists | Next Fixture |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denver Nuggets | Nikola Jokic (33) | Jokic (15) | Jokic (16) | vs Golden State (Friday) |
| Miami Heat | Norman Powell (23) | Kel’el Ware (13) | Davion Mitchell (9) | vs Charlotte (Friday) |
