Nikola Jokic wins NBA Finals MVP trophy, adds missing piece to impressive resume
1 year, 9 months ago

Nikola Jokic wins NBA Finals MVP trophy, adds missing piece to impressive resume

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Nikola walked away with the NBA Finals Most Valuable Player trophy after becoming the first player in league history to lead the playoffs in total points, rebounds and assists. The first in NBA history to lead the Playoffs in all 3?🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 — Earvin Magic Johnson June 13, 2023 He instead walked away with the Bill Russell NBA Finals Most Valuable Player trophy after becoming the first player in league history to lead the playoffs in total points, rebounds and assists. pic.twitter.com/Bl4nQZZdy8 — NBA June 13, 2023 “I didn’t slam the chairs, but I like how you make it bigger,” Jokic said. Nikola Jokic is the first center to win #NBAFinals MVP since Shaq in 2002. pic.twitter.com/vIoTZzfzCj — NBA History June 13, 2023 Denver’s big man always shrugged his broad shoulders, even less bothered by criticism than the lack of laurels. Using dad’s trophy as drums 🥁 The Jokic family 💕 pic.twitter.com/wmLVUCEIHs — NBA June 13, 2023 But sitting out to rehab his sore calf apparently did wonders for Jokic and the Nuggets in the playoffs.

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Nikola Jokic NBA injury updates: Expected to return during homestand
5 days, 17 hours ago

Nikola Jokic NBA injury updates: Expected to return during homestand

India Today  

Michael Malone, the head coach of the Denver Nuggets confirmed the return of the star center Nikola Jokic during the team’s five-game homestand. Jokic did not play the last four games due to a left ankle impingement and rested for Denver’s 116-111 win over the Houston Rockets on Sunday. #Nuggets #NBA Sources: espn https://t.co/qOlqu7DgsT— CuriousCats - US News March 24, …

Nikola Jokic makes NBA history with 30-20-20 triple-double in Nuggets’ OT win over Suns
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3 weeks ago

Nikola Jokic makes NBA history with 30-20-20 triple-double in Nuggets’ OT win over Suns

Associated Press  

DENVER — Nikola Jokic sat in front of his locker, calmly scrolling through his phone, seemingly unimpressed that 30 minutes earlier he made NBA history. The three-time NBA MVP had the league’s first 30-20-20 triple-double in the Denver Nuggets’ 149-141 overtime victory over the Phoenix Suns on Friday night. “I was talking to and he said to me, ‘That was …

Nikola Jokic has 31 points, 22 assists and 21 rebounds in Nuggets’ 149-141 OT win over Suns
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3 weeks ago

Nikola Jokic has 31 points, 22 assists and 21 rebounds in Nuggets’ 149-141 OT win over Suns

Associated Press  

DENVER — Nikola Jokic had 31 points, 21 rebounds and a career-high 22 assists and the Denver Nuggets outlasted the Phoenix Suns 149-141 in overtime Friday night after losing a 21-point lead. Jokic became the first NBA player with a triple-double of at least 30 points, 20 rebounds and 20 assists. They went ahead 122-120 in the final minute, but …

Nikola Jokic turns 30 and he’s having one of his best seasons, averaging a triple-double
1 month, 1 week ago

Nikola Jokic turns 30 and he’s having one of his best seasons, averaging a triple-double

Associated Press  

DENVER — The Denver Nuggets gathered around Nikola Jokic near the 3-point line Wednesday and belted out a rather off-key version of “ happy birthday ” in honor of him turning 30. He’s never forgotten where he’s come from, or who’s helped him get here.” Given his style of play, Malone believes Jokic could last in the league at an …

Nikola Jokic has 24th triple-double of the season, Nuggets rout Magic 112-90
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Nikola Jokic has 24th triple-double of the season, Nuggets rout Magic 112-90

Associated Press  

DENVER — Nikola Jokic had 28 points, 12 assists and 10 rebounds for his 24th triple-double of the season, Michael Porter Jr. added 30 points and the Denver Nuggets won their fifth in a row by beating the Orlando Magic 112-90 on Thursday night. Christian Braun finished with 16 points for a Nuggets team that saw the trade deadline come …

Nikola Jokic hits 66-foot heave to highlight his 5th straight triple-double
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2 months ago

Nikola Jokic hits 66-foot heave to highlight his 5th straight triple-double

Associated Press  

DENVER — Nikola Jokic took an inbounds pass with 1.7 seconds left in the third quarter, turned and let fly with a 66-foot heave that got all net at the other end. “He’s a guy that has this uncanny ability.” Jokic took the low-percentage shot but saw his 3-point average rise. It’s going to help us.” Jokic’s shot highlighted his …

Nikola Jokic has 5th straight triple-double to help the Nuggets beat the Kings, 132-123
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2 months ago

Nikola Jokic has 5th straight triple-double to help the Nuggets beat the Kings, 132-123

Associated Press  

DENVER — Nikola Jokic had his fifth straight triple-double before the fourth quarter, finishing with 35 points, 22 rebounds and a season-high 17 assists to help the Denver Nuggets beat the Sacramento Kings 132-123 on Thursday night. Nuggets: Jokic, voted an All-Star starter, had 12 points in the fourth quarter. Key moment The Kings could have packed it in after …

Nikola Jokić records 139th triple-double, passing Magic Johnson for third-most in NBA history
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Nikola Jokić records 139th triple-double, passing Magic Johnson for third-most in NBA history

New York Times  

CLEVELAND — Denver Nuggets superstar Nikola Jokić recorded his 139th triple-double Thursday against the Cavaliers to pass Magic Johnson for third place on the NBA’s all-time list. Before Thursday’s game, Atkinson said Jokić “is the hardest guard in the league because of his passing ability. “He’s so different from the rest of the league as a playmaking 5 who shoots …

Jokic scores 38 points and helps Nuggets mount a late comeback to beat Warriors 119-115
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Jokic scores 38 points and helps Nuggets mount a late comeback to beat Warriors 119-115

Associated Press  

DENVER — Nikola Jokic had 38 points, 10 rebounds and five steals to rally the Denver Nuggets to a 119-115 victory over the Golden State Warriors on Tuesday night. Golden State was without defensive anchor Draymond Green, who was sidelined with left calf tightness. Warriors: Golden State was without defensive anchor Draymond Green, who was sidelined with left calf tightness. …

NBA Lookahead: Can Nikola Jokić overcome voter fatigue and win another MVP?
4 months ago

NBA Lookahead: Can Nikola Jokić overcome voter fatigue and win another MVP?

New York Times  

Every Thursday, I’ll be taking you through the big story heading into the weekend. The Denver Nuggets star having a realistic chance at the NBA player’s triple crown of highest scoring, rebounding and assists averages in one season is pretty ridiculous. In his first MVP season, Jordan averaged 35.0 points, 5.9 assists, 5.5 rebounds and 3.2 steals, and he made …

Nikola Jokić and Jamal Murray had a moment, but the Nuggets are still finding themselves
5 months ago

Nikola Jokić and Jamal Murray had a moment, but the Nuggets are still finding themselves

New York Times  

TORONTO — It had all the trappings of another play in a long highlight reel of beautiful Nikola Jokić–Jamal Murray moments. With the Nuggets down 2 on Monday, Murray threw an entry pass to Jokić and came screaming around the big man’s back, taking a handoff and forcing a switch from the Toronto Raptors. Murray’s entry pass to Jokić left …

The eye-watering sum Nikola Jokic spent on for his Serbia teammates after Olympic success
7 months ago

The eye-watering sum Nikola Jokic spent on for his Serbia teammates after Olympic success

Daily Mail  

Nikola Jokic spent an eye-popping, six-figure amount to make sure that all 11 players on Serbia's Olympic basketball team had a Rolex on their wrist after winning bronze. But NBA fans weren't necessarily impressed with Jokic's gesture, as some wondered why he didn't show any appreciation towards his teammates on the Denver Nuggets, with whom he won a championship with …

Nikola Jokic quietly has Serbia in the mix for Olympic gold as team faces US in semifinals
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Nikola Jokic quietly has Serbia in the mix for Olympic gold as team faces US in semifinals

Associated Press  

PARIS — Nikola Jokic was headed to the locker room in Bercy Arena after having just helped his team complete the largest comeback in Olympic basketball history in its quarterfinal win over Australia. He says, ‘I don’t need to.’ No offense to you guys.” It hasn’t stopped the three-time NBA MVP from leading Serbia to a semifinal matchup with the …

Nuggets star Nikola Jokic included on Serbia’s preliminary roster for the Paris Olympics
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Nuggets star Nikola Jokic included on Serbia’s preliminary roster for the Paris Olympics

Associated Press  

BELGRADE, Serbia — Denver Nuggets superstar Nikola Jokic was included on Serbia’s 16-man preliminary roster for the upcoming Paris Olympics on Monday, ending doubts he would skip the basketball tournament. But Jokic ended the current NBA season earlier than expected after last year’s champions were eliminated in the playoffs by the Minnesota Timberwolves. Also on the list announced by Serbia …

Nuggets star Nikola Jokic included on Serbia's preliminary roster for the Paris Olympics
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Nuggets star Nikola Jokic included on Serbia's preliminary roster for the Paris Olympics

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Denver Nuggets superstar Nikola Jokic …

How Rudy Gobert, Timberwolves defense got shredded by Nuggets’ Nikola Jokić
10 months, 2 weeks ago

How Rudy Gobert, Timberwolves defense got shredded by Nuggets’ Nikola Jokić

New York Times  

DENVER — Rudy Gobert looked helpless out there. A 16-point third quarter 🃏 35 PTS / 5 REB / 12 AST pic.twitter.com/xIaGX1aeAC — Denver Nuggets May 15, 2024 Jokić put up 40 points on 22 shots, racked up 13 assists and did not turn the ball over once in Denver’s 112-97 victory over the Timberwolves that gave the Nuggets a …

Nikola Jokić reminds us why he keeps winning MVPs as the Nuggets remind us they’re still champs
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Nikola Jokić reminds us why he keeps winning MVPs as the Nuggets remind us they’re still champs

New York Times  

DENVER — There is a classic scene in the classic movie “The Great White Hype” that serves as the perfect metaphor for what the Denver Nuggets are doing to the Minnesota Timberwolves. In the first two games of this series, Minnesota threw the overhand right and knocked the Denver Nuggets woozy. After Tuesday night’s 112-97 win in Game 5 over …

Shaquille O’Neal-Shannon Sharpe beef reaches diss track level. Here’s how we got here
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Shaquille O’Neal-Shannon Sharpe beef reaches diss track level. Here’s how we got here

LA Times  

Denver Nuggets star Nikola Jokic was named the NBA’s MVP for the third time in four years on Wednesday. O’Neal, now 52, is an analyst on TNT’s “Inside the NBA.” On Wednesday night’s show, Denver Nuggets big man Nikola Jokic was announced as the MVP for the third time in four years. “I don’t like to rain on people’s parade, …

Jokic wins NBA's MVP award, his 3rd in 4 seasons. Gilgeous-Alexander and Doncic round out top 3
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Jokic wins NBA's MVP award, his 3rd in 4 seasons. Gilgeous-Alexander and Doncic round out top 3

The Independent  

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Jokic wins NBA’s MVP award, his 3rd in 4 seasons. Gilgeous-Alexander and Doncic round out top 3
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Jokic wins NBA’s MVP award, his 3rd in 4 seasons. Gilgeous-Alexander and Doncic round out top 3

Associated Press  

Nikola Jokic did it all again. Jokic, the Denver Nuggets star from Serbia, was announced Wednesday night as the NBA’s Most Valuable Player — his third time winning the award in the past four seasons, a feat that just six other players in league history have accomplished. Others averaged more in each category — and Jokic has had better years …

Nuggets’ Nikola Jokić wins third NBA MVP in four seasons
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Nuggets’ Nikola Jokić wins third NBA MVP in four seasons

New York Times  

He can pass like Magic, board like Moses and shoot and scowl like Bird. Jokić, 29, the Denver Nuggets superstar born in Sombor, Serbia, was named NBA MVP for the third time in four seasons, defeating finalists Oklahoma City’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Dallas’ Luka Dončić. “I think I’m going to be proud of my legacy when my career is done, …

LeBron James calls Nikola Jokic ‘one of the best players to ever play this game’
11 months, 1 week ago

LeBron James calls Nikola Jokic ‘one of the best players to ever play this game’

LA Times  

After the Lakers’ last practice before their playoff series begins Saturday night, LeBron James praised Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic, calling him “one of the best players to ever play this game.” “He does everything. “When you’re able to inspire your teammates to play at a level that sometimes they don’t even feel like they can play at, that’s the …

Jokic has 26 points, 18 rebounds and 16 assists to lead Nuggets over Cavs, 130-101
11 months, 4 weeks ago

Jokic has 26 points, 18 rebounds and 16 assists to lead Nuggets over Cavs, 130-101

Associated Press  

DENVER — Nikola Jokic had 26 points, 18 rebounds and 16 assists for his 22nd triple-double of the season, and the Denver Nuggets beat the Cleveland Cavaliers 130-101 on Sunday to clinch a playoff berth. “He wants to compete, to try and help us be in the best position moving forward, but if you take time off it’s going to …

The genius of Nikola Jokić and how he and Nuggets make it look easy
1 year, 1 month ago

The genius of Nikola Jokić and how he and Nuggets make it look easy

New York Times  

Nikola Jokić is a genius. Aaron Gordon’s, Jamal Murray’s and the Nuggets’ ability to read and play off Jokić puts them over the top. Jokić sees that the paint is wide open and makes eye contact with Gordon, who slips the screen and receives a perfectly placed behind-the-back pass off the dribble. Against the Portland Trail Blazers, Denver gets Jerami …

Joel Embiid claims MVP rival Nikola Jokic is 'the best in the league', despite the Sixers star dropping 41 points in duel with the reigning NBA champions
1 year, 2 months ago

Joel Embiid claims MVP rival Nikola Jokic is 'the best in the league', despite the Sixers star dropping 41 points in duel with the reigning NBA champions

Daily Mail  

After outshining Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic in a battle of MVP candidates Tuesday night, Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid had some hefty praise for his counterpart. Following the 76ers' 126-121 win over Dallas, Embiid revealed to reporters that he told Jokic that the Nuggets' big man was 'the best player in the league', as he pulled him in for …

Nikola Jokic posts 107th career triple-double as Nuggets beat Jazz 110-102 for 4th straight win
1 year, 4 months ago

Nikola Jokic posts 107th career triple-double as Nuggets beat Jazz 110-102 for 4th straight win

Associated Press  

DENVER — Nikola Jokic had 27 points, 11 assists and 10 rebounds for his second triple-double of the season, Jamal Murray added 18 points and 14 assists, and the Denver Nuggets continued their strong start to the season with a 110-102 win over the Utah Jazz on Monday night. “It speaks to his greatness, it speaks to his consistency, night …

NBA: Nikola Jokic Dominates Out The Gate As Denver Nuggets Sink LA Lakers in Season Opener
1 year, 5 months ago

NBA: Nikola Jokic Dominates Out The Gate As Denver Nuggets Sink LA Lakers in Season Opener

News 18  

Nikola Jokic delivered a dominant triple-double performance as the Denver Nuggets launched the defense of their NBA championship crown with a season-opening 119-107 victory over LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday. #KiaTipOff23 Jamal Murray: 21 PTS, 6 ASTKCP: 20 PTS, 67% FGLeBron: 21 PTS, 8 REB, 5 AST For more, download the NBA App:… pic.twitter.com/FHdeiUSvXx — NBA …

Nikola Jokić is ‘in a good place’ and that’s good news for Nuggets’ title defense
1 year, 5 months ago

Nikola Jokić is ‘in a good place’ and that’s good news for Nuggets’ title defense

New York Times  

SAN DIEGO — In his personal life, Nikola Jokic is intensely private and, to hear him tell it, boring. “I’ve been doing this routine for the last five years,” Jokić said on Friday from Denver’s training camp. It’s created a really good camp for the Nuggets, who feel like they got a lot done this week on the floor and …

Tryst with history: Nikola Jokic and Denver Nuggets conquer the NBA Finals
1 year, 9 months ago

Tryst with history: Nikola Jokic and Denver Nuggets conquer the NBA Finals

The Hindu  

Denver’s sporting heritage may not boast grandeur like Los Angeles or New York’s do, but the city has had its trysts with success. Led by Nikola Jokić, the Nuggets trumped the Miami Heat in the fifth game of the NBA Finals to end their 47-year wait for coronation as NBA champions. Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray moves the ball while …

Letters to Sports: Lakers can learn from the Nuggets’ NBA title run
1 year, 9 months ago

Letters to Sports: Lakers can learn from the Nuggets’ NBA title run

LA Times  

Congrats to Nikola Jokic, who won an NBA championship and the Finals MVP. Judy Thomsen Glendora :: Kudos to the Denver Nuggets for building a team over time rather than mortgaging their future for instant success, for playing a team game that reminds us how meaningless MVP awards are, and for overcoming the worst call in NBA Finals history, even …

Nikola Jokić is a worthy heir to the Tim Duncan throne among all-time NBA big men
1 year, 9 months ago

Nikola Jokić is a worthy heir to the Tim Duncan throne among all-time NBA big men

New York Times  

If Nikola Jokić has an NBA doppelgänger, he looks like a dude from the Virgin Islands. I think Nikola Jokić is a truly selfless superstar, where it’s not about him, he’s not looking for people to ‘look at me, tell me how great I am.’ “He’s almost embarrassed by the attention. “I wasn’t really a post player coming into college,” …

From ‘sirens and bomb shelters’ to NBA glory: The legend of Nikola Jokic
1 year, 9 months ago

From ‘sirens and bomb shelters’ to NBA glory: The legend of Nikola Jokic

The Independent  

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NBA Finals 2023 DEN Vs MIA Nuggets Winning NBA Championship Over Miami Heat Is Better Than LA Lakers Lifting Larry O'Brien Trophy
1 year, 9 months ago

NBA Finals 2023 DEN Vs MIA Nuggets Winning NBA Championship Over Miami Heat Is Better Than LA Lakers Lifting Larry O'Brien Trophy

ABP News  

Denver Nuggets Nikola Jokic juggled to hold the NBA Finals 2023 Most Valuable Player trophy, presented by National Basketball Association Commissioner Adam Silver, as her daughter in his arms was getting all his attention. LeBron And Lakers — Storied Franchise And Generational Player LeBron James-led Los Angeles Lakers defeated the 2022 NBA champions Golden State Warriors in the Western Conference …

Jokic's hometown in Serbia celebrates Nuggets' first NBA title
1 year, 9 months ago

Jokic's hometown in Serbia celebrates Nuggets' first NBA title

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy It was barely dawn when …

NBA Finals: 3 takeaways from Denver’s title clinching win
1 year, 9 months ago

NBA Finals: 3 takeaways from Denver’s title clinching win

The Hindu  

Denver’s wait is finally over. Nikola Jokic scored game highs - 28 points and 16 rebounds - and led his side to a 94-89 win in the fith game against Miami Heat. For his scintillating form in this year’s finals and the playoffs, Jokic was fittingly awarded the Bill Russell Finals Most Valuable Player award. None of the team’s players …

Nikola Jokić, Shaquille O’Neal, Hakeem Olajuwon? How Nuggets star compares to all-time great big men
1 year, 9 months ago

Nikola Jokić, Shaquille O’Neal, Hakeem Olajuwon? How Nuggets star compares to all-time great big men

New York Times  

As the confetti is swept off the floor of Ball Arena and the smell of champagne lingers in the Nuggets’ locker room, it’s time to transition into a staple segment of every sports talk show: Where does this guy rank? Here’s his resume for a quick reminder: 28 years old Two MVPs Five-time All-NBA Career averages: 20.2 points, 10.5 rebounds, …

Denver Nuggets take home first NBA title with win over Miami Heat
1 year, 9 months ago

Denver Nuggets take home first NBA title with win over Miami Heat

Al Jazeera  

Serbian Nikola Jokic is named most valuable player of NBA Finals as he scores 28 points and takes 16 rebounds to lead his team to glory. The Denver Nuggets have sealed their first NBA title in franchise history, defeating the Miami Heat 94-89 to end a 47-season wait for a championship. Serbian star Nikola Jokic scored 28 points and took …

Thompson: Welcome to the Nikola Jokić era and the new evolution of the NBA
1 year, 9 months ago

Thompson: Welcome to the Nikola Jokić era and the new evolution of the NBA

New York Times  

DENVER — Kentavious Caldwell-Pope soared in to grab the rebound from Kyle Lowry’s last gasp 3-point attempt Monday night and immediately dribbled to an open space. As the packed crowd of Ball Arena absorbed the awe of Denver’s first-ever NBA championship, Jokić made his way down the Heat’s bench, shaking the hands of his defeated foes. Why these Nuggets are …

Nuggets star Nikola Jokić wins NBA Finals MVP with dominant Game 5 performance
1 year, 9 months ago

Nuggets star Nikola Jokić wins NBA Finals MVP with dominant Game 5 performance

New York Times  

DENVER – They were on the stage at center court Monday night, in new T-shirts and hats, their arms around each other and their families, with commissioner Adam Silver up there too and a mass of people flooding the playing surface at Ball Arena. The Denver Nuggets had captured the Larry O’Brien trophy, but Nikola Jokić had not yet formally …

Watch: NBA Finals Game 3 Analysis: Jokic’s Nuggets muddle Miami Heat defense, regain lead
1 year, 9 months ago

Watch: NBA Finals Game 3 Analysis: Jokic’s Nuggets muddle Miami Heat defense, regain lead

The Hindu  

Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray carved out a slice of NBA history on Wednesday, both notching 30-point triple-doubles as the Denver Nuggets downed the Miami Heat 109-94 to regain the upper hand in the NBA Finals. “I think it’s the first time in Finals history, or maybe NBA history, that two guys have 30-10 triple-doubles, so that’s incredible right there,” …

NBA Finals: Heat running out of time to find answer to Jokic
1 year, 9 months ago

NBA Finals: Heat running out of time to find answer to Jokic

The Hindu  

The dominance of Denver Nugget’s centre Nikola Jokic through the first three games of the NBA Finals has dampened Miami’s title hopes, and Heat must find a way to nullify the towering Serb if it is to avoid falling behind 3-1 in the championship series. Miami centre Bam Adebayo has been given the unenviable task of matching up against two-time …

Jokic, Murray make history as Denver regains control
1 year, 9 months ago

Jokic, Murray make history as Denver regains control

China Daily  

Miami Heat forward Caleb Martin is double-teamed by Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray and center Nikola Jokic during Game 3 of the NBA Finals in Miami on Wednesday. Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray made history on Wednesday night — and have the Denver Nuggets two wins away from making some more history as well. Jokic and Murray became the first …

NBA: Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray dominate as Nuggets take 2-1 lead over Miami
1 year, 9 months ago

NBA: Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray dominate as Nuggets take 2-1 lead over Miami

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Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray dominated the Miami Heat, both making triple-doubles as the Denver Nuggets took a 2-1 lead in the NBA Finals with a 109-94 win in game three. Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray dominated the Miami Heat, both making triple-doubles as the Denver Nuggets took a 2-1 lead in the NBA Finals with a 109-94 win in …

Jokic, Murray propel Nuggets past Heat in NBA Finals
1 year, 9 months ago

Jokic, Murray propel Nuggets past Heat in NBA Finals

Al Jazeera  

Star duo are the first teammates in Finals history to post 30-point triple-doubles each in the same game. Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray carved out a slice of NBA history, both notching 30-point triple-doubles as the Denver Nuggets downed the Miami Heat 109-94 to take a 2-1 lead in the NBA Finals. Two-time NBA Most Valuable Player Jokic scored 32 …

Serbia's superstars courting history
1 year, 9 months ago

Serbia's superstars courting history

China Daily  

Novak Djokovic celebrates his quarterfinal victory over Karen Khachanov at the French Open in Paris on Tuesday. A Serbian sweep — at the French Open and in the NBA Finals — would give Djokovic a record-setting 23rd Grand Slam; it would give both Jokic and Denver their first NBA championship. Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic gestures to fans following his …

Jokic, Djokovic place Serbia sports front and center at NBA Finals, French Open
1 year, 9 months ago

Jokic, Djokovic place Serbia sports front and center at NBA Finals, French Open

The Hindu  

They use the court as their canvas, seeing passing lanes and paths to victory that others in their sports simply cannot. A Serbian sweep — at the French Open and in the NBA Finals — would give Djokovic a record-setting 23rd grand slam; it would give Jokic his first NBA title and would finally bring a basketball championship to his …

Jokic, Djokovic place Serbia sports front and center at NBA Finals, French Open
1 year, 9 months ago

Jokic, Djokovic place Serbia sports front and center at NBA Finals, French Open

Associated Press  

DENVER — They use the court as their canvas, seeing passing lanes and paths to victory that others in their sports simply cannot. A Serbian sweep — at the French Open and in the NBA Finals — would give Djokovic a record-setting 23rd grand slam; it would give Jokic his first NBA title and would finally bring a basketball championship …

NBA Finals: Nikola Jokic gets triple-double, Nuggets roll past Heat in Game 1
1 year, 9 months ago

NBA Finals: Nikola Jokic gets triple-double, Nuggets roll past Heat in Game 1

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Nikola Jokic got a triple-double in his NBA finals debut, Jamal Murray scored 26 points and the Nuggets had little trouble beating Miami Heat in Game 1 Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets were facing some questions going into their first NBA Finals, and their answers came in resounding fashion. Jokic got a triple-double in his finals debut, Jamal Murray …

Denver Nuggets cruise to Game 1 win over Miami Heat in NBA Finals
1 year, 9 months ago

Denver Nuggets cruise to Game 1 win over Miami Heat in NBA Finals

Al Jazeera  

Jokic scores 12 of his points in the fourth quarter, including eight in the final four minutes, as Denver beats Miami 104-93. Nikola Jokic finished off Game 1 with a triple-double, including 27 points, 10 rebounds and 14 assists, as the Denver Nuggets won their first ever NBA Finals game 104-93 against the visiting Miami Heat. Jokic scored 12 of …

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