Nikola Jokić, born on February 19, 1995, in Sombor, Serbia, is a Serbian professional basketball player who plays as a center for the Denver Nuggets in the NBA. Standing 6 feet 11 inches and weighing 284 pounds, he is renowned for his exceptional passing, playmaking abilities, and scoring versatility. Jokić has earned multiple accolades, including three NBA Most Valuable Player (MVP) awards and an NBA championship with the Nuggets in 2023.
In a remarkable performance on April 1, 2025, Jokić scored a career-high 61 points, achieving a triple-double with 10 rebounds and 10 assists in a double-overtime loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves, 140-139. This achievement marked the highest-scoring triple-double in NBA history. Despite his individual brilliance, the Nuggets narrowly missed securing the win.
Following the exhausting double-overtime game, the Nuggets opted to rest most of their starting lineup, including Jokić, in their subsequent game against the San Antonio Spurs.
Jokić’s unique skill set and consistent excellence have solidified his status as one of the greatest centers in NBA history, with his playmaking and scoring abilities setting him apart in the league.