Nikola Jokic: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Former Nikola Jokic, Damian Lillard teammate calls it quits after 11 NBA seasons

Will Barton, who began his NBA career playing alongside Damian Lillard and played the bulk of his career alongside Nikola Jokic on the Denver Nuggets, announced his official retirement today.

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The 'NBA playoff triple-doubles leaders' quiz

Can you name every NBA player with at least three triple-doubles in the postseason?

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The 'Most 30-point games in NBA playoff history' quiz

How many of the NBA players with at least 30 games with 30 points in the postseason can you name in five minutes?

The 'NBA Finals MVPs' quiz

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The 'Multiple NBA scoring titles' quiz

NBA News / NBA Analysis Network / April 24

Chris Broussard makes bold comparison between Kawhi Leonard and Nikola Jokic during Clippers vs Nuggets series

The Los Angeles Clippers are exceeding expectations this season, and it has a lot to do with Kawhi Leonard. Leonard moved to LA after winning the championship with the Toronto Raptors, and some suggested he was the best player in the world.

Nikola Jokic News / NBA Analysis Network / April 23

D’Angelo Russell comments on whether Nikola Jokic should win MVP, doubts the Nuggets, ‘they don’t have…‘

Brooklyn Nets star D’Angelo Russell has weighed in on the hotly contested NBA MVP race, sharing his strong opinion on who deserves the prestigious award this season.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / April 23

Jalen Brunson beats out Jokic, Curry for major NBA award

Knicks' Jalen Brunson beats out Nikola Jokic, Stephen Curry for major NBA award

Brunson had a stellar year overall, beyond just the ends of games.

Thunder star joins Tim Duncan in NBA postseason history

NBA needs to look into 'dirty play' on Lakers' Luka Doncic

Doncic becomes first player to achieve this playoff feat

Stunning stats show how teammates are failing Giannis Antetokounmpo

How NBA's midseason shakeup is yielding 25-year high in ratings

NBA News / Los Angeles Clippers on SI / April 23

Ty Lue Addresses Nikola Jokic's Flopping in Clippers-Nuggets

On Thursday night, the LA Clippers and Denver Nuggets face off in Game 3 of the best first-round playoff series in the NBA. For as great as the series has been, fans haven't been in love with how much Nuggets superstar Nikola Jokic has been embellishing contact throughout the series.

Denver Nuggets News / NBA Analysis Network / April 23

DeAndre Jordan reveals how Nikola Jokic has changed since Michael Malone was fired, ‘he knows…’

Denver Nuggets star Nikola Jokic is a changed player since the Michael Malone firing, it has been claimed. The Denver Nuggets are in uncharted territory following the decision to fire head coach Michael Malone and general manager Calvin Booth.

NBA News / The SportsRush / April 23

Despite Claiming Nikola Jokic Should Be a 5x MVP, 1x All-Star Picks Clippers to Beat His Nuggets

For the first time in nearly half a decade, D’Angelo Russell will be watching the entirety of the NBA Playoffs from the couch. After serving as a key scorer for both Minnesota and Los Angeles over the last several seasons, Russell currently finds himself on the lottery-bound Brooklyn Nets.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / April 22

155 NBA Players Make Clear Choice Between Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Nikola Jokic

With the NBA Playoffs in full swing, the race for the MVP award has been a popular topic. It's expected to be as tight as ever with Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic looking to win his second in a row, and fourth in five seasons.

Denver Nuggets News / Larry Brown Sports / April 23

Unflattering video of Nikola Jokic’s playoff flopping circulates online

Nikola Jokic is causing his own reputation to take a hit this postseason. An unflattering video of the Denver Nuggets star center Jokic made the rounds online Tuesday.

NBA News / Fastbreak on SI / April 22

Nikola Jokic's Dunk Over Ben Simmons Went Viral In Clippers-Nuggets Game

On Monday night, the Denver Nuggets hosted the LA Clippers in Colorado for Game 2 of their first-round playoff series. During the game, Nikola Jokic had a big dunk that got a lot of views on social media.

Denver Nuggets News / Athlon Sports / April 22

Nikola Jokic Makes Massive Statement During Nuggets-Clippers Series

The first round of the NBA Playoffs have just started, but there is already a strong contender for the best series of the bunch. That would be the four-five matchup between the Denver Nuggets and the Los Angeles Clippers. The first two games between these sides have been absolutely electrifying.

Nikola Jokic News / Fastbreak on SI / April 22

Nikola Jokic Makes Honest Statement After Clippers-Nuggets Game

On Monday evening, the Denver Nuggets lost to the LA Clippers (at home) by a score of 105-102. The series is now tied up at 1-1. Via Bleacher Report: "CLIPPERS HOLD OFF NUGGETS IN WILD ENDING WHAT.

NBA News / Yardbarker / April 19

Clippers doomed by turnovers in Game 1 loss to Nuggets

Clippers doomed by turnovers, waste James Harden master class in Game 1 loss to Nuggets

The Clippers got a huge game from James Harden, but their inability to hold onto the ball cost them in an overtime loss.

Nuggets rally late, upend Clippers in OT in Game 1

Russell Westbrook is surprising hero in Nuggets' Game 1 victory

Watch: Clippers guard James Harden goes off for 15 points in first quarter against Nuggets

20 notable NBA players who never made an All-Star Game

The 'NBA postseason assist leaders' quiz

Denver Nuggets News / Fastbreak on SI / April 19

Nikola Jokic Made NBA History In Clippers-Nuggets Game

On Saturday afternoon, Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets are playing the LA Clippers (at home) for Game 1 of their first-round playoff series. The three-time MVP put up 21 points, six rebounds, four assists, one steal and one block while shooting 9/16 from the field and 1/3 from the three-point range in his first 26 minutes of playing time.

Denver Nuggets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / April 17

Nuggets Coach Addresses Big Nikola Jokic Problem

Nikola Jokic is the best basketball player in the world. However, he's also been carrying the Denver Nuggets on his back this season, and arguably has been playing too much on the court.

Denver Nuggets News / Yardbarker / April 12