The reigning NBA Finals MVP, Nikola Jokic plays as a center for the Denver Nuggets in the NBA. The level that Jokic has reached today is remarkable. Playing in his hometown in Serbia a few years ago, he would not have imagined that one day he would become a true global superstar.
But Jokic worked hard, and though he doesn’t possess the traditional NBA game, he has found success in his own right. At 6 feet 11 inches, the two-time league MVP is arguably one of the best passers of the ball. He is a top defender, rebounder, scorer, and more. Jokic has the unique ability as a center to beat you inside the post, outside with the mid-range shot, and even from beyond the arc.
The Serbian is also fluid on the court, but when it comes to power, few can match him. His strength and hustling abilities come in handy during rebounds and put-backs. His court awareness gets him so many assists as he draws double teams but knows where his teammates are. And to top it all off, he can score from literally anywhere.
Nikola Jokic 40 point games
Known well for his scoring ability, Nikola Jokic has put up 40 points or more in 22 games thus far in the NBA. His first ever 40-point game came on February 10, 2017, against the New York Knicks when he scored an exact 40 in a 131-123 win. His first 40-point game came in only his second season in the league.
Since then, Jokic has picked up pace dropping 40 at will since 2021. He had five games where he scored 40 points or more in 2021, six games in 2022, one in 2023, and 5 in 2024. Below are all of Jokic’s games where he has scored 40 or more points.
| Date | Team | Opponent | Points | |
| 10-Feb-17 |
| New York Knicks | 40 | |
07-Nov-17 | Denver Nuggets | Brooklyn Nets | 41 | |
13-Jan-19 | Denver Nuggets | Portland Trail Blazers | 40 | |
06-Jan-20 | Denver Nuggets | Atlanta Hawks | 47 | |
31-Jan-21 | Denver Nuggets | Utah Jazz | 47 | |
06-Feb-21 | Denver Nuggets | Sacramento Kings | 50 | |
16-Feb-21 | Denver Nuggets | Boston Celtics | 43 | |
23-Feb-21 | Denver Nuggets | Portland Trail Blazers | 41 | |
19-Apr-21 | Denver Nuggets | Memphis Grizzlies | 47 | |
19-Jan-22 | Denver Nuggets | Los Angeles Clippers | 49 | |
06-Mar-22 | Denver Nuggets | New Orleans Pelicans | 46 | |
05-Apr-22 | Denver Nuggets | San Antonio Spurs | 41 | |
14-Dec-22 | Denver Nuggets | Washington Wizards | 43 | |
18-Dec-22 | Denver Nuggets | Charlotte Hornets | 40 | |
25-Dec-22 | Denver Nuggets | Phoenix Suns | 41 | |
28-Dec-22 | Denver Nuggets | Sacramento Kings | 40 | |
26-Feb-23 | Denver Nuggets | Los Angeles Clippers | 40 | |
21-Jan-24 | Denver Nuggets | Washington Wizards | 42 | |
2-Apr-24 | Denver Nuggets | San Antonio Spurs | 42 | |
10-Apr-24 | Denver Nuggets | Minnesota Timberwolves | 41 | |
26-Oct-24 | Denver Nuggets | Los Angeles Clippers | 41 | |
28-Oct-24 | Denver Nuggets | Toronto Raptors | 40 |
How many 50 point games does Jokic have?
Even with 17 career 40 point games on his resume, Nikola Jokic has managed to put up 50 points only once till now. The ‘Joker’ as he is referred to, achieved his career high in points scoring exactly 50 against the Sacramento Kings on February 6, 2021.
That day, he had 50 points, 12 assists, and 8 rebounds. In doing so, he became the first center after the legendary Kareem Abdul-Jabbar in 1975 to score 50 points and dish out at least 10 assists.
Since that game, Jokic has come close to touching 50 on a few occasions but as for now, he has only one game to boast about.
FAQs
A. Nikola Jokic has completed nine seasons in the NBA. The 2024-25 season is his tenth.
A. Nikola Jokic was drafted in 2014 by the Denver Nuggets with the 41st overall pick in the second round.
A. Nikola Jokic was born in Sombor, Serbia.
A. Nikola Jokic is averaging 21.1 points per game as of November 2024.
A. Nikola Jokic averaged 26.4 points per game in the 2023/24 regular season.
