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NBA Star Nikola Jokic Reacts To Luka Doncic Lakers-Mavs Trade
Sep 26, 2024; Denver, Co, USA; Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (15) during Denver Nuggets Media Day. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images

On Monday evening, the Denver Nuggets beat the New Orleans Pelicans by a score of 125-113.

Nikola Jokic finished with 27 points, 14 rebounds, ten assists, one steal and two blocks while shooting 9/13 from the field in 36 minutes of playing time.

After the game, Jokic was asked about the blockbuster trade that sent Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers.

Jokic: "I texted him... I think he didn't expect it of course... It's a big move, it's a business, I think nobody expected it. Especially him. I think nobodies safe in the league it seems like, but I think he's gonna do a good job. I think he's the player for the big scene. Even though I thought in Dallas he had something special going."

Jokic and Doncic are notably good friends.

Doncic and the Lakers will visit the Nuggets on February 22 in Denver.

Over 17 matchups against each other, Jokic has the 9-8 advantage.


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

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