Nikola Jokić is the rare star scorer that might actually prefer to be double-teamed. It's part of what makes the Nuggets star one of the greatest offensive players in NBA history. He doesn't want to score 50 points. He wants to scare you into thinking he might because his legendary passing can take over a game when you send too much help his way.
Jokic set a career-high in assists with 19 as the Nuggets won for the 10th time in their last 11 games with a 125-116 victory over the Pacers. Asked if he still feels the same way about the joy of passing in relation to scoring, he said after the win, “Of course. It’s an easy question.” He was not aware of the new career record, however.
The Denver Nuggets play against the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse The Denver Nuggets are spending $4,891,164 per win while the Indiana Pacers are spending $5,375,365 per win Game Time:
The Nuggets are listing Nikola Jokic as questionable against the Suns due to left ankle inflammation. Jokic was listed on the injury report in Denver's last game against the Kings but suited up anyway, so many can expect him to be good to go for Friday's game but things could change.