NBA Roundup: Nikola Jokic’s Return Helps Nuggets End Skid

NBA Roundup: Nikola Jokic’s Return Helps Nuggets End Skid
Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (15) dribbles the ball up the court against the Miami Heat during the second half at FTX Arena, in Miami, on Nov. 29, 2021. Jasen Vinlove/USA TODAY Sports via Field Level Media
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Reigning league MVP Nikola Jokic returned from a four-game injury absence to account for 24 points, a game-high 15 rebounds and a team-high seven assists as the Denver Nuggets defeated the host Miami Heat 120-111 on Monday night.

Denver shot 58.1 percent from the floor, including 18-for-35 on 3-pointers (51.4 percent).