DENVER (AP) — Nikola Jokic’s magnitude is matched only by his modesty.

“I mean, I had a good game,” Denver’s superstar center said in his typical understated fashion after setting an NBA record by scoring 18 points in overtime, leading the Nuggets past Minnesota 142-138 on Thursday night.

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