Chris Broussard hails “The best player in the world” Nikola Jokic following game 1 masterclass vs Heat claiming “it’ll be undisputed” once Nuggets seal NBA title

Nikola Jokic

DENVER, CO - JANUARY 16 : The jerseys of Nikola Jokic #15 of the Denver Nuggets and Dirk Nowitzki #41 of the Dallas Mavericks as seen during the game on January 16, 2018 at the Pepsi Center in Denver, Colorado. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Garrett Ellwood/NBAE via Getty Images)

With amazing postseason stats of 29.9 points, 13.3 rebounds, and 10.3 assists per game, Nikola Jokic has been a powerful force for the Denver Nuggets. The Nuggets’ first-ever berth in the NBA Finals has been made possible by his outstanding performance.  A title, in Chris Broussard’s opinion, would put Nikola Jokic above the great Dirk … Read more

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Nuggets Nikola Jokic opens up on feeling abnormal before NBA Finals vs Heat: “When the game started, I felt really comfortable”

Nikola Jokic

Nikola Jokic of the Denver Nuggets opened up about his own emotions in the run-up to the NBA Finals versus the Miami Heat. Despite feeling “abnormal” before the game, Jokic said that he quickly got into a comfortable rhythm. His poise and performance on the court demonstrate his ability to thrive under the brightest of … Read more

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Nuggets star hails Nikola Jokic scoring prowess mentioning Anthony Davis’ struggles in NBA Conference Finals: “He had AD in shambles”

Nikola Jokic

Nikola Jokic fans predict Nuggets star, who was chosen during a Taco Bell ad, will become 4th NBA player to win MVP in 3 straight years

Nikola Jokic and his scoring ability has earned him plaudits from both teammates and opponents. One such player is Bruce Brown of Nuggets who praised Jokic’s performance and mentioned how he had Anthony Davis struggling in the Conference Finals. Jokic’s impact on the court has been clear, thanks to his ability to destroy defences and routinely … Read more

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“I have something more important than basketball”: NBA superstar Nikola Jokic offers refreshing perspective on significance of basketball

Nikola Jokic

Nikola Jokic, the standout star of the Denver Nuggets, has firmly established himself as one of the premier players in the NBA. However, Jokic’s perspective on basketball is refreshingly grounded in his priorities outside the sport. Having delivered remarkable performances throughout the 2022-23 season, following his consecutive MVP awards in previous years, Jokic has made … Read more

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Who gave “The Joker” nickname to Nikola Jokic? Exploring Nuggets stars’ moniker

Nikola Jokic

Nikola Jokic, a Serbian by birth, chose basketball as his profession and the decision paid him well in the field of wooden courts, metallic hoops, and orange balls. He is now a professional basketball player, currently playing for the Denver Nuggets as a center. In a relatively short timeframe of 28 years, this athlete holds … Read more

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Golenur Aktar is a writer and made her debut in the 'Pen & Paper' industry holding the hands of Sportszion. She ignited her writing craze from Biography articles and now writes about NFL.

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After Nuggets defeated Lakers in playoffs, Gilbert Arenas claims Nikola Jokic cannot be the face of NBA: “He doesn’t have ‘IT’”

Nikola Jokic

Nikola Jokic fans predict Nuggets star, who was chosen during a Taco Bell ad, will become 4th NBA player to win MVP in 3 straight years

Fans and commentators alike have been captivated by Nikola Jokic outstanding performance for the Denver Nuggets in the postseason. Gilbert Arenas, a former NBA player, has a different viewpoint and thinks that Jokic’s reputation wouldn’t be much affected even if he were to win the NBA championship this year. With back-to-back MVP wins beginning in … Read more

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“Nikola Jokic is in better shape”: Kendrick Perkins questions Lakers Anthony Davis’ physical conditioning compared to Nuggets star

Anthony Davis

Anthony Davis

Following the Denver Nuggets’ remarkable Western Conference finals sweep of the Los Angeles Lakers, former NBA champion turned ESPN analyst Kendrick Perkins questioned the physical conditioning of Lakers star Anthony Davis in comparison to the Nuggets’ Nikola Jokic. Perkins claims that Jokic outperformed Davis on both ends of the court throughout the series, despite past … Read more

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Nikola Jokic embraces underdog role amid media’s LeBron James, Lakers centric coverage despite Nuggets triumph: “We don’t care”

Nikola Jokic

Despite the lack of media attention surrounding the Denver Nuggets in their Western Conference Finals series against the Los Angeles Lakers, Nikola Jokic maintains his calm demeanor. Head coach Michael Malone recently expressed his frustration with the team’s under appreciation, but Jokic revealed that he isn’t bothered or surprised by the media narratives surrounding the … Read more

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LeBron James stays upbeat on Lakers’ ability to overcome Nikola Jokic, Nuggets deficit: “It’s first to 4 wins”

LeBron James

Despite being down 2-0 in their conference finals series against the Denver Nuggets, LeBron James remains optimistic about the LA Lakers’ chances of making a comeback. Recognizing the importance of the first four wins, James emphasized, “This is not the NCAA tournament. It’s the first to four wins… Until a team beats you four times, … Read more

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“LeBron James can jump higher”: Nuggets star points out one King James superior skill that sets him apart from Nikola Jokic

LeBron James

Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, the Denver Nuggets guard and former Los Angeles Lakers player, holds Nikola Jokic in high regard, considering him on par with Lakers star LeBron James, with the only difference being James’ superior jumping ability. Caldwell-Pope’s appreciation for Jokic stems from the fact that the Serbian center has played a pivotal role in guiding … Read more

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