Nikola Jokic, Denver Nuggets and Thunder
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Though we've seen a handful of crazy comebacks throughout the playoffs this year, OKC and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, who finished with 32, didn't have quite enough to steal the win in the final minutes as Denver saved its season.
Jokic's half-court heaves are bad for his final stat lines, but the three-time MVP will do anything to help his team win.
As he looks to earn his fourth MVP award, Jokic has averaged 29.6 points, 12.7 rebounds and 10.2 assists per game. Jokic stands at top three in the league in each of those statistical categories. Related: Steve Kerr Reveals Unfortunate Jimmy Butler Feeling Amid Playoff Deficit
The Thunder and Nuggets have exchanged highlight moments in this NBA Playoffs series. But Isaiah Hartenstein delivered an epic moment.
Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (15) stands during the National Anthem before the start of game one of the second round for the 2025 NBA Playoffs against the Oklahoma City Thun
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When the Nuggets lose like this, they marvel at Nikola Jokic, explain they are frustrated and then nothing changes.
Former Auburn star Johni Broome had a moment at the NBA Draft Combine that was reminiscent of Nuggets star Nikola Jokic.
Memphis Grizzlies youngster GG Jackson has explained why he and the team call Stephen Curry, Nikola Jokic, and other stars like them, 'pigeons'.