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Exclusive: Lakers Legend Gives Strong Nikola Jokic Praise
Nov 25, 2024; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (15) reacts before the game against the New York Knicks at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

The Denver Nuggets had one of the best draft picks in NBA history in 2014, when they selected Nikola Jokic with the 41st overall pick. Of course, a franchise cannot expect a second-round pick to become an All-Star-caliber player, nonetheless a three-time NBA MVP and one of the top centers in league history,

This past season, Jokic averaged 29.6 points, 12.7 rebounds, and 10.2 assists per game, finishing top two in NBA MVP voting for the fifth consecutive season. Jokic continues to make history as he climbs up the all-time ladder, and NBA legends always seem to have his back.

In an interview with SI's

This article first appeared on Denver Nuggets on SI and was syndicated with permission.

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