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Nikola Jokić excels in the NBA, averaging a triple-double while the Nuggets face playoff challenges and injuries.

Nikola Jokić is making waves in the NBA with his stellar performance this season, averaging 30 points, 12.8 rebounds, and 10.2 assists per game. His remarkable ability to control games has led him to be a strong MVP contender, although Shai Gilgeous-Alexander currently holds the edge for the award. Jokić`s pursuit of a triple-double average places him in elite company, alongside legends Russell Westbrook and Oscar Robertson.

Despite Jokić`s individual brilliance, the Denver Nuggets are facing challenges as they sit fourth in the Western Conference with a 47-32 record. The team has struggled recently, losing four consecutive games, largely due to injuries to key players like Jamal Murray, which has disrupted their consistency as they head into the playoffs.

Former Boston Celtics player Marcus Morris has expressed skepticism about Jokić`s place among the top 20 all-time NBA players, despite recognizing his impressive skills and potential Hall of Fame career. In contrast, Golden State Warriors coach Steve Kerr has praised Jokić as the best center he has ever seen, highlighting his versatility over even Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. As the season nears its end, discussions surrounding MVP and playoff positioning are heating up, with Jokić`s exceptional statistics at the forefront of these debates.

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