Nikola Jokic is on the pursuit of history. As one of three finalists to win MVP of the 2023-24 NBA season, Jokic has an opportunity to earn the honor for the third time in his nine-year NBA career. A third MVP trophy would place Jokic in rarefied air as the ninth player to win the […]
NBA playoff odds and picks: Knicks, Nuggets & Nikola Jokic highlight best bets for Monday, May 6
Included in this betting preview: The 2024 NBA Playoffs have been insanely entertaining so far, and the second round should be just as fun for fans and bettors alike. Monday night tips off a fantastic doubleheader, with the high-scoring Pacers taking on the Knicks at Madison Square Garden and the reigning champion Nuggets hosting the […]
NBA, police investigating Nikola Jokic's brother after Game 2 punch
The Denver Nuggets can’t seem to catch a break when it comes to off-court incidents involving their players’ family members. First, Michael Porter Jr.’s brother, Jontay, was banned from the NBA for violating the league’s gambling rules. Then, a week later, his other brother, Coban, was sentenced to six years in prison for a drunk-driving […]
Breaking down Nikola Jokic's historic performance in Game 2 vs. Lakers
Jamal Murray was the savior for the Denver Nuggets in Game 2 of their first-round matchup with the Los Angeles Lakers — nailing a fadeaway mid-range jumper over Anthony Davis at the buzzer to give the Nuggets a 101-99 win — but his late-game heroics overshadowed another historic game from center Nikola Jokic. Coming off […]
Why Rui Hachimura is the key to Lakers upsetting Nuggets in 2024: Nikola Jokic defense, 3-point shooting & more
Rui Hachimura has had a great year for the Lakers. He turned the team’s season around after being inserted into the starting lineup on Feb 2, giving Los Angeles a great offensive punch and helping it finish the year on a 22-10 run (or 23-10 if you count the Play-In game). Now, Hachimura’s role becomes […]