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Nikola Jokic Reacts to Caitlin Clark’s ‘Best Player’ Shoutout With a Classic One-Liner

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By Sauramita Debbarma | Last updated Mar 30, 2026 11:42 PM ET

Caitlin Clark was recently on Basketball Night in America, making her return to the NBC show for the first time since her viral February debut. The Indiana Fever opined on a bunch of things during the segment, commenting on Nikola Jokic as well.

“I think everybody knew he was going to do everything he could to get back. And, I mean, there’s not many people that average a triple-double.” Clark said.

She added, “He’s done it all year long and back-to-back years, so it’s pretty incredible. And honestly, he’s probably my favorite player to watch, and I think he’s the best player in the world.”

Caitlin Clark’s comment has evoked a humorous response from the star Serbian hooper, who said, “We have the same agent. That’s why she said it.”

Caitlin Clark called Nikola Jokić the best player in the world.

His response pic.twitter.com/1WGseGzL05
— The Athletic (@TheAthletic) March 30, 2026

And the 31-year-old wasn’t entirely joking, as Caitlin Clark and Jokic are both represented by Excel Sports Management.

Nikola Jokic’s response came during a postgame media session after he clocked in 25 points, 15 rebounds, and 8 assists in the Denver Nuggets’ 116–93 win over the Golden State Warriors on March 29, 2026.

Furthermore, Caitlin Clark’s praise wasn’t random; it was well-deserved.

Jokic has been putting together another incredible season. He was leading the MVP race earlier this year before a left knee hyperextension kept him out for most of January. However, he has made a full recovery and is back in form.

The three-time MVP is averaging 27.9 points on 57.4% shooting, along with a league-high 12.8 rebounds and 10.8 assists. He’s currently third in the MVP race and has led the Nuggets to a 48–28 record, landing them in the fourth place in the Western Conference.

Having said that, another noteworthy moment during the segment featuring Caitlin Clark was when she spoke about her opportunity to photograph LeBron James.