# Utah Jazz and New Orleans Pelicans early season updates

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/utah-jazz-early-season-performance
> Updated: 2026-10-24T20:27:15.000Z. Sources: 53. Developments: 2.

The Utah Jazz began their preseason with a 109-97 victory over the Denver Nuggets, led by Lauri Markkanen’s 17 points and Keyonte George’s 15 points.

In their first regular-season home game at the Delta Center, the Jazz secured a 120-119 win against the New Orleans Pelicans. Jaren Jackson Jr. recorded 24 points and 10 rebounds, while Keyonte George contributed 19 points and 10 assists. Rookie Darryn Peterson secured the win by making critical free throws in the final minute. The Pelicans, led by Zion Williamson’s 23 points, suffered a loss alongside a significant injury to starting center Yves Missi, who sustained a left knee injury.

Following the Jazz victory, the New Orleans Pelicans fell to a 0-3 record after a loss to the Denver Nuggets. Despite holding a 108-89 lead in the third quarter, the Pelicans lost 141-135 in overtime at Ball Arena. The Nuggets overcame a 23-point deficit, fueled by Jamal Murray’s 42 points and Nikola Jokić’s triple-double. Jokić recorded his 199th career regular-season triple-double with 35 points, 15 rebounds, and 10 assists, placing him 10 shy of Russell Westbrook’s record of 209. Rookie Trevon Brazille also contributed 17 points, including seven during overtime. Following the win, Jokić addressed fans who had booed the team during the deficit, stating that those who whistle at the team are “no longer welcome.”

## Claims

- Nikola Jokić recorded 35 points, 15 rebounds, and 10 assists. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The Denver Nuggets defeated the New Orleans Pelicans 141-135 in overtime. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Jamal Murray scored 42 points for the Denver Nuggets. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Nikola Jokić has recorded 199 career regular-season triple-doubles. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The Utah Jazz defeated the New Orleans Pelicans 120-119. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Jaren Jackson Jr. recorded 24 points and 10 rebounds. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Keyonte George recorded 19 points and 10 assists. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Dejounte Murray missed a potential game-winning jumper with one second remaining. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Russell Westbrook holds the record with 209 career regular-season triple-doubles. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- The Denver Nuggets overcame a 23-point deficit to win. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Darryn Peterson scored 15 points. (single source)
- Zion Williamson scored 23 points. (single source)

## Timeline

### 2026-10-24: Nikola Jokić leads Denver Nuggets comeback victory over Pelicans

Nikola Jokić recorded his 199th career triple-double as the Denver Nuggets overcame a 23-point deficit to beat the New Orleans Pelicans 141-135 in overtime. Jokić also criticized booing home fans.

53 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/utah-jazz-defeat-new-orleans-pelicans-120-119-in-home-opener

### 2026-10-02: Utah Jazz defeat Denver Nuggets in preseason opener

The Utah Jazz beat the Denver Nuggets 109-97 in their preseason opener, led by Lauri Markkanen. Separately, the Atlanta Hawks conclude training camp with an emphasis on roster depth and defense.

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/atlanta-hawks-focus-on-depth-and-chemistry-during-training-camp

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