The Denver Nuggets' dream came true on Friday when three-time NBA MVP Nikola Jokic was officially made available to make his return to the court after a month-long injury absence.

Nikola Jokic marked his return from a knee injury with 31 points and 12 rebounds, guiding the Denver Nuggets to a 122-109 win over the Los Angeles Clippers.

Jokić was a force in the fourth quarter, coming into the game when the Nuggets’ lead had shrunk to four with 7:53 remaining.