Nikola Jokic is quietly making a lot of noise in the NBA, and it’s time we talk about it.
Alex English Passes the Torch
In the Mile High City, where basketball legends are born, Alex English is a name that echoes through the halls. But even this Nuggets icon is tipping his hat to the new king in town, Nikola Jokic. English, whose jersey hangs proudly in the rafters, recently admitted that Jokic might just be the greatest player Denver has ever seen. And he didn’t stop there. He suggested that Jokic could join the ranks of the all-time greats in the NBA. Now that’s a statement!
The Joker’s Case for GOAT Status
So, is English onto something? Let’s break it down. Jokic is a beast on the courtโa rebounding machine, a playmaking wizard, and a scoring threat from anywhere. His half-court game is practically poetry in motion. Remember when LeBron and MJ won their first titles at 27? Well, Jokic did the same last year, leading the Nuggets to their first-ever NBA championship. Coincidence? I think not. And with sportsbooks buzzing about a potential fourth MVP for Jokic, tying him with LeBron, it’s hard not to get excited.
The Stats Don’t Lie
This season, Jokic is putting up jaw-dropping numbers: 29.8 points, 14.8 rebounds, and 12.3 assists per game. The Nuggets might be sitting at 9-7 after a tough loss to OG Anunoby and the Knicks, but Jokic is still shining bright. Sure, he didn’t have the explosive start that Jordan and LeBron had, but he’s making up for it now. Longevity is the real challengeโcan he keep up the pace like LeBron, who’s still dominating at 39? That’s a tall order. But hey, if anyone can do it, it’s the Joker.
Speaking of trades, did you catch that wild Curry rumor? Anyway, back to Jokic.
The only thing that might hold him back is time. LeBron’s legendary 40k-10k-10k stats are a tough act to follow. But who knows? Maybe Jokic will surprise us all.
So, what do you think? Is Jokic the next GOAT, or is it too soon to tell?
