Nikola Jokić and DeAndre Jordan share an emotional reunion before Denver’s historic comeback

The emotional reunion between Nikola Jokic and DeAndre Jordan offered a reminder that some of the strongest bonds in the NBA extend well beyond the time players spend together on the court. But when the ball went up on Denver’s home-opening night, friendship gave way to competition, and the Nuggets delivered a comeback for the ages. Denver overcame a 22-point second-half deficit to defeat the New Orleans Pelicans 141-135 in overtime, turning a night of reunions into a celebration of resilience. Jamal Murray scored 42 points, while Jokic recorded his first triple-double of the season in a game that required the Nuggets to rally in the fourth quarter before their starters took control in overtime.