Nuggets Win Jokic’s MVP Mode

Only three players in NBA history have won MVP in three consecutive seasons. Bill Russell (1960-63), Wilted Chamberlain (1965-68) and larry bird (1983-86).Not only his name, but his absence from the list speaks to the difficulty of the challenges he faces. Nikola Jokic, but Serbia’s pivot moment at least allows him to be considered one of the award favorites. In his Denver Nuggets win (126-97) against the Suns, Jokic posted 21 points (he was 10/15 on shots), 18 rebounds and 9 assists.

The Suns didn’t have a top three player —Devin Booker, Chris Paul, Deandre Ayton– And just 24 hours ago, they had stunned the Warriors. The Serbian center is already the most efficient offensive beacon and director in the NBA, averaging a triple-double (26.6 points, 12.3 rebounds, 10.6 assists) last month.

And individual performance comes with consequences. With a win over Phoenix, the Nuggets won 13 of their last 15 games, tying Memphis for his conference lead (28-13) alongside his Grizzlies.

When Jamal Murray Close to his best form after overcoming a serious knee injury, and with the progress of Michael Porter Jr. and the level of Aaron Gordon, they have one of the strongest quintets in the NBA, and they have such a development. In the Dangerous West, they are emerging as: Candidate for finals.

The Phoenix were no match for the Nuggets, who were already on track for a win before the break thanks to Bones Hyland’s push (21 points) off the bench. With the headlines back, Denver settled the game in the third quarter, the difference reaching his 31 points. With the win, Jokic didn’t even have to play the final quarter.