Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray pulled off an incredible feat a dynamic duo would pull off throughout the Denver Nuggets' 116-108 win over the New Orleans Pelicans on Saturday night.

Jokic and Murray have stood as one of the best duos in the 2020s, leading the Nuggets to the championship in 2023. While the team has remained in firm playoff contention, this season has been a challenge with opposing rosters improving while Denver has stagnated in some areas.

That hasn't stopped them from being a decent squad. As for Jokic and Murray, their chemistry continues to be rock-solid, showing off great connections on the court with their assists to one another. They finally reached the milestone of 1,000 assists to each other during the early minutes of the third quarter, achieving a feat no duo pulled off since the 1997-98 campaign.

“NIKOLA JOKIC AND JAMAL MURRAY ETCH THEIR NAMES IN HISTORY 🔥They become the first pair of teammates since 1997-98 to record over 1,000 assists to each other!” the post read.

NIKOLA JOKIC AND JAMAL MURRAY ETCH THEIR NAMES IN HISTORY 🔥

They become the first pair of teammates since 1997-98 to record over 1,000 assists to each other! pic.twitter.com/CiOpb05aid

— ClutchPoints (@ClutchPoints) November 15, 2026

How Nikola Jokic, Nuggets played against Pelicans

Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray balled out as they led the Nuggets past the Pelicans on the road.

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Five players scored in double-digits for Denver in the win, including Jokic and Murray. Jokic led the squad with a stat line of 26 points, 10 assists, eight rebounds, and three steals. He shot 9-of-14 from the field, including 1-of-1 from beyond the arc, and 7-of-7 from the free-throw line. Murray came next with 23 points and nine assists, Christian Braun had 17 points and seven rebounds, Cameron Johnson put up 12 points and five rebounds, while Aaron Gordon provided 11 points and five rebounds.

Denver improved to a 7-4 record this season, sitting at seventh place in the Western Conference standings. They are above the Golden State Warriors and the Oklahoma City Thunder while trailing the Memphis Grizzlies and the Minnesota Timberwolves.

The Nuggets will look forward to their next matchup, being at home. They host the Phoenix Suns as tip-off commences on Nov. 16 at 9 p.m. ET.