Nikola Jokic

DeMarcus Cousins doesn't consider Nikola Jokic a top-five center of all time, but believes he has no equal on the offensive end.

David Adelman backs Nikola Jokic amid claims that the Nuggets star is not a good defender.

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Nikola Jokic is arguably the best player in the NBA. The Denver Nuggets star does it all on the basketball court, as he can score from all three levels, he is a perennial threat to win the rebounding title, and he has proven himself as the best passing big man in league history. One other […] The post Nuggets’ Nikola Jokic hits Jaxson Hayes with karate chop action, stare down after shove appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Nikola Jokic got into a heated exchange with Jaxson Hayes during the Nuggets' second preseason game against the Jazz.

Roto leagues work differently than head-to-head leagues, requiring a shift in draft strategy.

Nikola Jokić is already doing Nikola Jokić things.

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Anthony Davis says the Los Angeles Lakers encouraged him to add significant weight as he took on a larger role at center, a change he believes affected how he felt and played on the court. Davis explained that he had typically played at around 250 to 255 pounds but reached approximately 265 to 268 pounds […] The post Anthony Davis says Lakers pushed him to gain weight appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Coach David Adelman’s Denver Nuggets are coming off of a first round loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves in the 2026 NBA Playoffs and hoped to turn the page in preseason action against the Utah Jazz. Star center Nikola Jokic brought his team to see Deion Sanders’ Colorado Buffaloes play Texas Tech and then hit the […] The post Nuggets’ Nikola Jokic already won assist of the year and it’s still the NBA preseason appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Nate and John discuss Jalen Duren's new contract, Stephen Curry's extension, Nikola Jokić's future in Denver, and the NBA's emphasis on off-arm push-offs and flopping. Then, they examine rookie extension candidates and answer listener questions about Dallas' wing-heavy roster, rising front office executives, lottery reform, and team-building decisions in Detroit, Houston, and Chicago. News 0:21 - Jalen Duren's new contract with Detroit. 11:51 - Stephen Curry's extension and Golden State's ros...

Former NBA star Gilbert Arenas has challenged Nikola Jokic’s suggestion that NBA players should spend time competing in Europe, arguing that American players have little need to experience the EuroLeague. Jokic recently discussed the differences between NBA and European basketball, emphasizing the importance of team success over individual statistics. “In Europe and the national team, […] The post Gilbert Arenas responds to Nikola Jokic’s EuroLeague comments appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Former EuroLeague champion Tyrese Rice has weighed in on the discussion between Gilbert Arenas and Nikola Jokic, suggesting that the former NBA guard misunderstood the Denver Nuggets superstar’s comments about European basketball. Jokic recently encouraged NBA players to experience basketball overseas, explaining that European clubs operate in an environment where individual games carry considerable pressure […] The post Tyrese Rice reacts to Gilbert Arenas’ response to Nikola Jokic appeared ...

DeMarcus Cousins didn't take Nikola Jokic's remarks about wanting to see NBA players compete in Europe too kindly.

Denver Nuggets superstar Nikola Jokic believes the team’s returning starting lineup has quickly rediscovered its chemistry during the opening days of training camp. Despite several offseason additions to the roster, Denver has maintained continuity among its starters heading into the 2026–27 NBA campaign. When asked Tuesday how the primary unit looked while operating together after […] The post Nikola Jokic discusses Nuggets’ starting lineup chemistry appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

The Denver Nuggets have opened training camp ahead of the 2026–27 NBA season, with Nikola Jokic expressing confidence in the team’s revamped roster. Denver has retained its established starting lineup while introducing several new players, including veteran DeMar DeRozan, as the organization prepares for another campaign. Following Tuesday’s practice, Jokic shared his initial impressions of […] The post Nikola Jokic reacts to Nuggets’ offseason additions appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

The Denver Nuggets made a solid move to strengthen the roster around Nikola Jokic and Aaron Gordon when they brought Cam Whitmore into the fold. Whitmore’s roster situation changed through several trades and transactions before he ultimately agreed to a two-way contract with Denver. Now, Whitmore is already turning heads at training camp. During the […] The post Aaron Gordon shouts out standout practice performer who could be Nuggets’ X-factor appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Fans blasted the Denver Nuggets early in the offseason for not doing anything to retool the roster. But in recent weeks, the Nuggets have formed a formidable unit, adding a slew of new faces. DeMar DeRozan, Marvin Bagley III, and Lonnie Walker IV are among the notable names. They will add depth to the Nuggets […] The post Nuggets’ Nikola Jokic is leaving no stone unturned with his new teammates appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Nuggets fans wondering whether Nikola Jokic plans to stick around can probably relax. Probably. Asked about his contract situation at Media Day, Jokic offered about as definitive an answer as possible. “I’m going to sign next year,” he said, via Pat Graham of the Associated Press. Then he paused. “If they want me,” he said. Yes, […] The post Nikola Jokic says he intends to re-sign with Nuggets, ‘if they want me’ appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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