Nikola Jokic NBA injury updates: Expected to return during homestand
1 week, 1 day 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, 2025 “He’s going to play in Denver, the five-game homestand,” Malone said. Jokic’s Impact on the team Jokic delivered a class performance before he got injured, averaging 29.1 points, 12.8 rebounds and 10.3 assists per game.

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Are Stephen Curry and Nikola Jokic playing tonight? NBA Injury Updates: Nuggets vs Warriors
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Are Stephen Curry and Nikola Jokic playing tonight? NBA Injury Updates: Nuggets vs Warriors

India Today  

The Golden State Warriors will go against the Denver Nuggets on 17 March, Monday. The eyes will be on the two key players who are on the injury report, Stephen Curry for the Lakers and Nikola Jokic for the Denver Nuggets. Jokic, Murray, and Gordon listed as questionable for the Nuggets Denver’s center player Nikola Jokic, guard Jamal Murray, and …

Nikola Jokic makes NBA history with 30-20-20 triple-double in Nuggets’ OT win over Suns
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3 weeks, 2 days 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, 2 days 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 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’s 23rd triple-double of the season leads Nuggets over Pelicans 125-113
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Nikola Jokic’s 23rd triple-double of the season leads Nuggets over Pelicans 125-113

Associated Press  

DENVER — Michael Porter Jr. scored a season-high 36 points, Nikola Jokic added 27 points, 14 rebounds and 10 assists, and the Denver Nuggets overcame a career-high 41 points from Trey Murphy III to defeat the New Orleans Pelicans 125-113 on Monday night. Murphy scored 39 of New Orleans’ first 85 points, helping the Pelicans, who trailed by as many …

Nikola Jokic hits 66-foot heave to highlight his 5th straight triple-double
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2 months, 1 week 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 records his 19th triple-double of the season, Nuggets cruise to 144-109 win over 76ers
2 months, 1 week ago

Nikola Jokic records his 19th triple-double of the season, Nuggets cruise to 144-109 win over 76ers

Associated Press  

DENVER — Nikola Jokic had 27 points, 13 rebounds and 10 assists for his 19th triple-double of the season, reserve Aaron Gordon was nearly perfect from the floor and the Denver Nuggets beat Philadelphia 144-109 on Tuesday night, extending the 76ers’ losing streak to seven games. Tyrese Maxey had 28 points and 10 assists for a Sixers team that remains …

Nuggets center Nikola Jokic sidelined for game against Celtics due to illness
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2 months, 3 weeks ago

Nuggets center Nikola Jokic sidelined for game against Celtics due to illness

Associated Press  

DENVER — Three-time NBA MVP Nikola Jokic was sidelined for Denver’s clash with Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics on Tuesday night because of an illness. “He wasn’t feeling great yesterday, and that has only gotten worse today, which is unfortunate,” Nuggets coach Michael Malone said before the game. Malone said it’s difficult to insert another player in Jokic’s place …

Nikola Jokic has triple-double as Nuggets roll past Hawks 139-120 for 3rd straight win
2 months, 4 weeks ago

Nikola Jokic has triple-double as Nuggets roll past Hawks 139-120 for 3rd straight win

Associated Press  

DENVER — Nikola Jokic had 23 points, 17 rebounds and 15 assists in leading the Denver Nuggets to a 139-120 win over Trae Young and the Atlanta Hawks on Wednesday night. Jamal Murray scored 21 points, while Russell Westbrook added 16 to go with 11 assists as the Nuggets won their third straight game. Young had 30 points and nine …

Jokic’s career high of 56 points comes during a low point for the Nuggets
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Jokic’s career high of 56 points comes during a low point for the Nuggets

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Nikola Jokic scored a career-high 56 points and had little to celebrate afterward. I think it’s everybody’s fault.” If Jokic had any excitement over an astounding stat line that also included 16 rebounds and eight assists, he didn’t show it. “In my country, where I’m coming from, after this kind of stretch, you’re going to get paycheck that …

Move over Magic: Nuggets star Nikola Jokic goes past Johnson on career list with 139th triple-double
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Move over Magic: Nuggets star Nikola Jokic goes past Johnson on career list with 139th triple-double

Associated Press  

CLEVELAND — There are moments when Nikola Jokic does things on the court that seem to defy reason — almost magical. Denver’s superstar center moved past Hall of Famer Magic Johnson and into third place on the career list for triple-doubles by recording the 139th of his career in a 126-114 loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers. “It’s something that you’re …

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 leads the Nuggets to a 122-103 win over the Jazz
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4 months ago

Jokic leads the Nuggets to a 122-103 win over the Jazz

Associated Press  

SALT LAKE CITY — Nikola Jokic had 30 points, 10 rebounds and seven assists to lead the Denver Nuggets to a 122-103 victory over the Utah Jazz on Wednesday night. Jokic scored 19 points on 8-of-10 shooting in the first quarter alone to rally Denver from an early 12-point deficit. Jamal Murray added 22 points, eight assists and four steals …

Without Nikola Jokić, the Denver Nuggets have looked alarmingly helpless
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Without Nikola Jokić, the Denver Nuggets have looked alarmingly helpless

New York Times  

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — If you take a superstar away from a team, it is natural to assume that team won’t operate at maximum efficiency, particularly on the offensive end. Still, watching the Denver Nuggets struggle offensively without Nikola Jokić has been alarming, even knowing how much the best player in basketball means to their bottom line. Without Jokić, the Nuggets …

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, 1 week 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's brother Strahinja learns his fate after PUNCHING man at Nuggets game
7 months, 1 week ago

Nikola Jokic's brother Strahinja learns his fate after PUNCHING man at Nuggets game

Daily Mail  

Strahinja Jokic, the brother of NBA star Nikola Jokic, has reportedly been ordered to stay away from the man he was accused of punching at a Nuggets game in April. Nikola Jokic's brother Strahinja was arrested after punching a man at a Nuggets game Shocking footage showed him swinging at an unidentified man, who suffered a concussion This time, a …

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, 3 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, 3 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 …

Nuggets need to bring more intensity, and it starts with Nikola Jokić
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Nuggets need to bring more intensity, and it starts with Nikola Jokić

New York Times  

DENVER — A few minutes after seeing their season reach a brink nobody could have anticipated, the Denver Nuggets sat in their respective locker room stalls and allowed an overwhelming silence to speak for them. It wasn’t that the Nuggets shot 34.9 percent from the field or had as many turnovers as assists, despite the absence of likely Defensive Player …

Nikola Jokic's brother reportedly involved in an altercation after the Nuggets beat the Lakers
11 months, 1 week ago

Nikola Jokic's brother reportedly involved in an altercation after the Nuggets beat the Lakers

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 The NBA and Denver police …

Nikola Jokic scores 42 and outduels Victor Wembanyama in Nuggets’ 110-105 win over Spurs
11 months, 4 weeks ago

Nikola Jokic scores 42 and outduels Victor Wembanyama in Nuggets’ 110-105 win over Spurs

Associated Press  

DENVER — Chalk this one up to Nikola Jokic after Victor Wembanyama came up just short of outdueling the player who is hoping to soon pick up his third MVP award. Jokic scored 42 points and outdueled the Rookie of the Year favorite in Denver’s 110-105 win over the San Antonio Spurs on Tuesday night to retake sole possession of …

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

No letdown: Murray, Jokic, Porter Jr. lead Nuggets to 142-121 rout of short-handed Utah Jazz
1 year ago

No letdown: Murray, Jokic, Porter Jr. lead Nuggets to 142-121 rout of short-handed Utah Jazz

Associated Press  

DENVER — Michael Malone needn’t have worried about his superstar center and a potential letdown when the Denver Nuggets faced the short-handed Utah Jazz. And they’re a championship level team and when a team shoots the ball from the perimeter like that it’s a hard game to win.” With Murray leading the second unit in the fourth quarter, the Nuggets …

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 …

Jokic, Nuggets fend off gritty 76ers 111-105 as Embiid sits out for 4th consecutive time in Denver
1 year, 2 months ago

Jokic, Nuggets fend off gritty 76ers 111-105 as Embiid sits out for 4th consecutive time in Denver

Associated Press  

DENVER — This matinee was no marquee, not with one of its co-stars missing again. The Denver Nuggets fended off the gritty, short-handed Philadelphia 76ers 111-105 on Saturday behind 26 points and 16 rebounds from Nikole Jokic, who was again denied his rematch with fellow MVP contender Joel Embiid. Embiid is averaging 36 points and 11.4 rebounds, and Malone said …

Murray and Jokic help Nuggets hand Celtics their first loss at home this season, 102-100
1 year, 2 months ago

Murray and Jokic help Nuggets hand Celtics their first loss at home this season, 102-100

Associated Press  

BOSTON — The Denver Nuggets felt they let a winnable game slip away in the closing minutes during a narrow loss at Philadelphia earlier this week. Jamal Murray scored 35 points, Nikola Jokic finished with 34 and Denver held on to hand the Boston Celtics their first home loss of the season, 102-100 on Friday night. “Both throwing haymakers and …

Nikola Jokić, Nuggets fall short against Joel Embiid, Sixers in marquee matchup
1 year, 2 months ago

Nikola Jokić, Nuggets fall short against Joel Embiid, Sixers in marquee matchup

New York Times  

PHILADELPHIA — On a night when the Denver Nuggets suffered a 126-121 defeat at the hands of the Philadelphia 76ers, the league won. Joel Embiid and Nikola Jokić, two of the best players in the league, went against one another as a mundane Tuesday night NBA game in January turned into an event. “They are two great players, and those …

Nuggets star Nikola Jokic ejected in second quarter against Bulls
1 year, 3 months ago

Nuggets star Nikola Jokic ejected in second quarter against Bulls

Associated Press  

CHICAGO — Nikola Jokic chose his words carefully. Jokic was ejected in the second quarter of Denver’s 114-106 victory at Chicago on Tuesday for the language he directed toward an official after he felt he was fouled on a layup attempt. I’ve never seen that, when the opposing gym’s been upset that the star player on the other team’s been …

How will Nikola Jokić, Nuggets weather Jamal Murray’s injury absence?
1 year, 4 months ago

How will Nikola Jokić, Nuggets weather Jamal Murray’s injury absence?

New York Times  

DENVER — Nikola Jokić gave an enlightening, unique and overall jovial postgame media session in the wake of Monday night’s 134-116 win over the New Orleans Pelicans. Yet, if you look a little deeper, the Nuggets don’t want Jokić to have to hit fifth gear in order to beat the New Orleans Pelicans on a random Monday night in early …

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 …

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

Firstpost  

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 …

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 …

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

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 …

Nikola Jokić, Jamal Murray and the growth of the NBA’s most lethal two-man dance
1 year, 10 months ago

Nikola Jokić, Jamal Murray and the growth of the NBA’s most lethal two-man dance

New York Times  

DENVER — The first product of the two-man game between Jamal Murray and Nikola Jokić was a deep jump shot, fired far away from the NBA spotlight, that barely grazed the rim. It started with Jokić dribbling outside the 3-point arc, an inverted initiation of the sequence with the “center” acting as the “point guard.” Murray, who began the play …

Quiet man Jokic ready for crowning glory in NBA Finals
1 year, 10 months ago

Quiet man Jokic ready for crowning glory in NBA Finals

The Hindu  

Nikola Jokic can cap an improbable journey to the pinnacle of his sport by leading the Denver Nuggets to a first-ever championship when the NBA Finals get underway on Thursday. “He’s going to go down as one of the all-time great centers to ever touch a basketball,” was Kevin Durant’s verdict on Jokic after the Nuggets eliminated the Phoenix Suns …

Jokic leads Denver Nuggets past LeBron’s Lakers 113-111, into their first NBA Finals
1 year, 10 months ago

Jokic leads Denver Nuggets past LeBron’s Lakers 113-111, into their first NBA Finals

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Nikola Jokic is a player unlike almost anything the NBA has ever seen, and now he’s taking his Denver Nuggets somewhere they’ve never been. Jamal Murray scored 25 points for the top-seeded Nuggets, who overcame LeBron James’ 31-point first half and a 15-point halftime deficit with a tenacious finish in Game 4 to earn their first conference …

Nikola Jokić, Jamal Murray still have work to do after Nuggets reach NBA Finals
1 year, 10 months ago

Nikola Jokić, Jamal Murray still have work to do after Nuggets reach NBA Finals

New York Times  

LOS ANGELES — Aaron Gordon didn’t quite know what to do with himself when the final buzzer sounded. Are we sure we don’t have another quarter to play or another game to play?’ Then it’s like, ‘Oh no, we won.’ It’s time to get up out of there.” On Monday night, the Nuggets team that from Day 1 separated itself …

Nikola Jokic is again too big of a hurdle for Lakers to clear in Game 4
1 year, 10 months ago

Nikola Jokic is again too big of a hurdle for Lakers to clear in Game 4

LA Times  

In the end, Lakers big man Anthony Davis was outdueled by Denver Nuggets big man Nikola Jokic, and that made the difference in Game 4 of the Western Conference finals Monday night. When asked what Jokic proved to him in the series, Lakers star LeBron James, who played all but 4.3 seconds of the game, said, “Nothing.” “I know how …

Photos: Lakers fall to Nikola Jokic and the Nuggets in Game 1
1 year, 10 months ago

Photos: Lakers fall to Nikola Jokic and the Nuggets in Game 1

LA Times  

Despite 40 points from Anthony Davis, the Lakers couldn’t stop the Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets from holding on for a 132-126 win in Game 1 of the NBA Western Conference finals on Tuesday night at Ball Arena in Denver. Lakers forward Anthony Davis, right, is defended by Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic during the first half. Denver Nuggets …

Lakers’ priority: Slow down Nikola Jokic to win Game 1 and grab control of series
1 year, 10 months ago

Lakers’ priority: Slow down Nikola Jokic to win Game 1 and grab control of series

LA Times  

Nuggets center Nikola Jokic and Lakers forward Anthony Davis will be in the spotlight Tuesday night when the Western Conference finals opener is played in Denver. Both series wins followed the same path, a win in Game 1 to take control followed by wins in the Lakers’ three games in Los Angeles. “I just think the hunger, the excitement to …

First look: Lakers discuss challenge ahead with Nikola Jokic and the Nuggets
1 year, 10 months ago

First look: Lakers discuss challenge ahead with Nikola Jokic and the Nuggets

LA Times  

Nuggets center Nikola Jokic talks to Lakers stars LeBron James and Anthony Davis on the court during the 2020 NBA Finals in Orlando, Fla. Anthony Davis smiled and looked over at LeBron James sitting next to him at the podium, the two Lakers stars and leaders admitting they had already given some thoughts about playing the Denver Nuggets in the …

Watch- Nikola Jokic becomes part of confrontation with Phoenix Suns' Kevin Durant, days after getting fined $25,000
1 year, 10 months ago

Watch- Nikola Jokic becomes part of confrontation with Phoenix Suns' Kevin Durant, days after getting fined $25,000

Hindustan Times  

Days after being fined $25,000 for ‘shoving’ incident with Phoenix Suns owner, Nikola Jokic became part of a confrontation during game 5 of the conference semifinals between Denver Nuggets and Phoenix Suns on Tuesday. Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant pushes Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic in the third quarter during game five of the 2023 NBA playoffs at Ball Arena. …

Denver Nuggets star Nikola Jokic fined $25,000 for ‘shoving’ incident with Phoenix Suns owner
1 year, 10 months ago

Denver Nuggets star Nikola Jokic fined $25,000 for ‘shoving’ incident with Phoenix Suns owner

Hindustan Times  

As per reports, Nikola Jokic won't be suspended for his physical confrontation with Phoenix Suns owner Mat Ishbia in Game 4 of Conference Semifinals on Sunday. Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic During Sunday's game between Denver Nuggets and Phoenix Suns, Jokic had slightly pushed Ishbia while trying to retrieve the ball from the crowd. As per video footage of the …

Will Nikola Jokić be suspended after his run-in with Suns owner Mat Ishbia? What we expect the NBA to do
1 year, 10 months ago

Will Nikola Jokić be suspended after his run-in with Suns owner Mat Ishbia? What we expect the NBA to do

New York Times  

Denver Nuggets center and two-time NBA MVP Nikola Jokić was assessed a technical foul for making contact with Phoenix Suns owner Mat Ishbia during the second quarter of Game 4 of a Western Conference semifinal on Sunday. The video makes it look like Ishbia touched Jokić on the big man’s hip/back. I’ll get into the specifics of why I think …

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