“Starting to think Nikola Jokic is a little overrated”: Mike Malone Lays Down Sarcasm After Winning Without 2x MVP

Advait Jajodia | 14/01/2023
“Starting to think Nikola Jokic is a little overrated”: Mike Malone Lays Down Sarcasm After Winning Without 2x MVP

After going 4-0 in their recent homestand, the Denver Nuggets flew to Los Angeles to face the Clippers for a mere one-game road trip. A day before the contest, Nikola Jokic was downgraded from questionable to out due to right wrist management.

Despite playing without their best player, the Colorado-based organization managed to get the best of a Paul George-less LAC. A contest that witnessed 7 lead changes and 7 ties, ended with Mike Malone’s boys clinching a 115-103 win.

Also Read: Skip Bayless Throws Nikola Jokic’s Brilliant Campaign Right Out the Window in Recent Tweet

Just a few days after recording a season-high 33 points, Kawhi Leonard managed to put up yet another incredible performance. Knocking down 50% FG and going 100% from the free throw line, the Klaw had 24 points along with 8 rebounds and 4 assists in the losing effort.

Mike Malone teases Nikola Jokic after grabbing win in his absence

Without the back-to-back MVP having suited up, the rest of the players on the roster stepped up big time.

Jamal Murray, who Mike Malone believes should get All-Star consideration, dropped a game-high 24 points & 8 rebounds on an efficient 47.1/57.1/100 shooting split. Michael Porter Jr. went off for 22 points, while role players like KCP and Aaron Gordon combined for 31 points.

Having played a near-perfect game without the Serbian superstar, Denver Nuggets HC sarcastically teased the Joker. In the postgame interview, Malone jokingly called Jokic “overrated”.

 “I’m starting to think Nikola’s a little overrated,” Malone said.

Denver Nuggets can thank the Joker for their success

The Nuggets have by far been one of the best teams in the association. Currently sitting #1 in the West, Denver is 0.5 games clear of the Grizzlies.

No doubt, all the players are responsible for the same, however, Jokic must be given most of the credits.

A frontrunner to win his 3rd MVP trophy, the European big man is averaging 24.9 points, 11 rebounds, and 9.7 assists per game.

Also Read: George Karl Lauds Nuggets MVP, Draws Comparison to Michael Jordan & 7ft 1’ Shaquille O’Neal

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Advait Jajodia, an NBA and Tennis journalist for The SportsRush, has had a passion for both sports for over a decade. His admiration for Kobe Bryant, Stephen Curry, and Rafael Nadal pushed him to gain a profound understanding of the sports. With a background as a multi-sport athlete, Advait uses his experience on the hardwood and the court to offer insightful analysis. Over four years of dedicated sports journalism has equipped the 22-year-old with a unique perspective, reflected in his prolific portfolio of 4,700+ articles.

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