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LeBron James Remains Most Viewed NBA Player on Social Media, Where Does Nuggets' Nikola Jokić Land?

Originally posted on Athlon Sports
By Nathaniel Holloway | Last updated Dec 25, 2024 11:30 AM ET

The NBA released the list of the most viewed players on social media in 2024 on Monday.

LeBron James once again ranked first on the list with 623 million views. The Los Angeles Lakers’ superstar is still going strong in his 22nd season in the NBA and he continues to show no signs of slowing down both on the court and with his digital presence.

Ja Morant of the Memphis Grizzlies placed second on the list with 538 million views. Following Morant on the list was Victor Wembanyama, Stephen Curry, LaMelo Ball, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Klay Thompson, Nikola Jokić, Jayson Tatum and Anthony Davis.

The Denver Nuggets’ superstar center landed eighth on the list with 182 million views. Jokić capped off the 2023-24 season by winning his third MVP award, and he has continued to dominate the NBA this season.

So far this season, Jokić is averaging 30.9 points, 12.5 rebounds, 9.7 assists and 1.7 steals per game while shooting 56.8% from the field and 51.4% from three. He is on pace to win his fourth MVP award this season and is arguably putting together the best year of his already incredible career.

Even though Jokić has dominated this season and has become arguably the best player in the NBA, his style of play may have impacted his rank on the most viewed players list. He is not the flashiest player as he is not throwing down monster dunks like LeBron and Morant, but Jokić does everything on the court that is asked of him at the very highest level.

As 2025 approaches, it will be interesting to see if Jokić gains more views next year compared to this year. Either way, Jokić is one of the best players in the NBA and has made a huge impact for the Nuggets as they try to once again make a deep playoff run this season.

This article first appeared on Athlon Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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