Nikola Jokic

Denver Nuggets star Nikola Jokic is the best big man in the NBA currently, and is arguably the league’s best player. However, if LaVar Ball, the famed father of Lonzo, LiAngelo and LaMelo, had his way as a coach, the three-time MVP would not even see the court. As crazy as it sounds, LaVar Ball […] The post LaVar Ball reveals wild reason Nikola Jokic wouldn’t fit his system appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Building around Nikola Jokic should be the easiest job in the world. The Nuggets are making it look impossible. submitted by /u/Kingrush24 [link] [comments]

Jason Kidd identified LeBron James and Nikola Jokic as the two current NBA players whose passing ability and basketball intelligence most closely resemble his own game during his playing career. Asked by All-Star Magazine which NBA player sees the floor as well as he did during his Hall of Fame career, Kidd initially referenced Jokic […] The post Jason Kidd says LeBron James, Nikola Jokic mirror his game appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Yang Hansen has been getting comparisons to Nuggets star Nikola Jokic for years, having been called “Baby Jokic” since getting drafted 16th overall by the Trail Blazers in the 2025 Draft. The epithet comes from his passing ability, as well as his burgeoning jumpshot. He knows being likened to the three-time MVP adds pressure, but […]

Portland Trail Blazers center Yang Hansen is embracing comparisons to Nikola Jokic rather than feeling burdened by them. The 21-year-old has been labeled the “Chinese Jokic” because of his passing skills and ability to create offense as a big man. Yang views the comparison as motivation, particularly because the Denver Nuggets superstar has long been […] The post Yang Hansen calls Nikola Jokic his idol appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

As the offseason settles into the quiet, I’m taking a Warriors-centric look at Northwest Division. Let’s chat about those Denver Nuggets. They let 23-year old baller Peyton Watson walk and added a 37-year-old DeMar DeRozan. Watson signed a four-year, $22 million deal with Cleveland in a sign-and-trade while Denver told itself Watson’s number was too rich to match. This is a difficult blow for Nuggets’ supporters who watched Watson develop into a solid piece for a Denver team not far removed f...

Future Basketball Hall of Famer Kevin Durant is never shy to share his thoughts and made an interesting comment slighting the accomplishments of international stars. A conversation has emerged around the NBA about whether or not the league is now more international than American. Recent MVP winners like Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Nikola Jokic, Joel Embiid, and […] The post Kevin Durant Throws Shade At Top NBA International Stars appeared first on HEAVY.

Yang Hansen became a fan favorite as soon as the Portland Trail Blazers surprisingly drafted him with the No. 16 pick in last year’s NBA Draft. He became the ninth player from China to play in the league. Hansen has been compared to Nikola Jokic of the Denver Nuggets because of his all-around play, especially […] The post Blazers can’t ignore Yang Hansen’s dominance in FIBA qualifiers appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Nikola Jokic did not need to carry the scoring load as …

The Nuggets will use the stretch provision to spread the $2MM cap charge left on Jonas Valanciunas‘ contract across three seasons, reports Michael Scotto of HoopsHype (Twitter link). Valanciunas, who has since signed with Zalgiris Kaunas in Lithuania, was waived by Denver last month, leaving the team on the hook for the $2MM partial guarantee […]

Jonathan Kuminga agreed to a two-year, $12.4 million deal with the Timberwolves, which includes a player option, his agent told ESPN's Shams Charania. Part of Minnesota's pitch is an expectation Kuminga will fill the vacant starting power forward slot.

Denver Nuggets star Nikola Jokic has yet to sign an extension with the Denver Nuggets, seemingly increasing the Los Angeles Lakers' chances of landing him.

Denver's offseason has been a disaster. And it could lead to Nikola Jokic exploring other options next summer.

The Ringer has released its latest ranking of the NBA’s top players, and there’s no shortage of material for debate. Start at the very top. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is ranked No. 1, ahead of Victor Wembanyama, Nikola Jokic and Luka Doncic. Jalen Brunson rounds out the top five, followed by Anthony Edwards, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Kawhi Leonard, […] The post The Ringer ranks Shai Gilgeous-Alexander No. 1 in NBA; Donovan Mitchell 11th appeared first on Hoops Wire.

The latest news surrounding the Denver Nuggets may clear a path for the Los Angeles Lakers to land superstar Nikola Jokic.

San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama and Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic renewed their budding rivalry in a two-game exhibition series, which is part of the preparations of France and Serbia for the latest window of the FIBA World Cup European Qualifiers. Serbia drew first blood, 90-87, in Belgrade on Thursday. Jokic was masterful with […] The post Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama drops Nikola Jokic revelations after battles in Europe appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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The uncertainty regarding the Lakers’ season outlook could impact star guard Luka Dončić’s future with the franchise. ESPN NBA insider Tim MacMahon indicated this during an episode of “The Hoop Collective Podcast” on Friday, as he said, “Just like Joker [Nikola Jokic] can profess his loyalty to the Nuggets, there’s still going to be teams...

Could trading Peyton Watson open the Cavaliers’ championship window and shut it for the aging Nuggets — and Nikola Jokic?

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