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Nikola Jokic reached another milestone after passing Wilt Chamberlain on the all-time assists list by a center.

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Nikola Jokic now has the second most assists by a center in NBA history.

Nikola Jokic

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The Denver Nuggets superstar overtook Wilt Chamberlain on the list with 4,644 assists, only needing 672 games to achieve the feat. Jokic dished 7 assists in the win against the Minnesota Timberwolves.

Hall of Famer Kareem Abdul-Jabbar remains at the top of the list with a total of 5,660 assists in 1,560 games.

Most assists by a center:

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar - 5660 Nikola Jokic - 4650 Wilt Chamberlain - 4643 Bill Russell - 4100 Alvan Adams - 4012

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Jokic, a two-time MVP, is putting up 26.4 points, 12.4 rebounds, and 9.0 assists each game for the Nuggets this season and is making a good case to win his 3rd MVP award.

In Denver's recent win over the Timberwolves, Jokic had 41 points, 11 boards, and dished out 7 assists.

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