Most points scored by an individual in an NBA overtime period

Most points scored by an individual in an NBA overtime period
Who
Nikola Jokic
What
18 total number
Where
United States (Denver)
When
25 December 2025

Nikola Jokic (Serbia) scored an NBA record 18 points in a five-minute overtime period while playing for the Denver Nuggets in a 142-138 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves on 25 December 2025. This is the most in any overtime period – regular or postseason.

Nikola Jokic surpassed the previous mark of 17 by Stephen Curry of the Golden State Warriors in a game on 9 May 2016.