### Game Overview The Phoenix Suns lost their second consecutive game for the first time since starting the season 1–4, falling to the Denver Nuggets 130–112 on Saturday night in Denver. The Suns struggled to contain Denver’s offense, particularly Nikola Jokic, who delivered another outstanding performance. ### Jokic’s Dominant Performance Nikola Jokic finished the night playing nearly flawlessly, scoring efficiently and narrowly missing a triple-double. His playmaking and control of the tempo anchored the Nuggets’ attack, allowing them to maintain their lead throughout most of the contest. ### Team Breakdown - **Denver Nuggets:** Executed balanced scoring with significant contributions from supporting players alongside Jokic. Their defense limited Phoenix’s second-chance opportunities and transition plays. - **Phoenix Suns:** Despite solid scoring bursts early in the game, their defense faltered in key stretches, and turnovers proved costly. The team continues searching for greater consistency. ### Quote > "Nikola was in complete command from start to finish," Nuggets coach said postgame. "He made the right reads, got everyone involved, and set the tone early." ### Looking Ahead The Suns will attempt to regroup and rediscover their rhythm as they move into the next stretch of the schedule, aiming to avoid slipping further after back-to-back losses. Denver, meanwhile, extends its momentum and remains among the Western Conference leaders. *** **Author’s summary:** Nikola Jokic’s near triple-double and flawless play propelled the Nuggets past the Suns 130–112, handing Phoenix its second straight defeat of the season.

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