Nikola Jokic has been one of the most dominant players in the NBA over the past five seasons, capturing two MVP awards, narrowly missing out on more, and clinching the 2023 NBA Finals MVP after leading the Denver Nuggets to the championship. His consistency and excellence have been remarkable, rarely experiencing a string of subpar performances.

However, in a recent matchup against the Los Angeles Clippers, Jokic managed to secure a triple-double while struggling with his shot, going 9-for-32 from the field, including just 2-for-7 from beyond the arc. His struggles continued in the first half of a game against the Houston Rockets, as he put up just three points on 1-for-10 shooting, also committing a couple of turnovers. It was an uncharacteristic off-night for Jokic against a young but talented Houston team.

Despite Jokic's shooting woes, the Nuggets managed to keep the game close, trailing the Rockets 52-48 at halftime. Fortunately, Michael Porter Jr., Jamal Murray, and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope stepped up to fill the scoring void, providing valuable assistance to their two-time MVP. This performance serves as a reminder that even when a star player endures an off-night, the team can still come together and compete at a high level.