By Johnny Askounis/ info@eurohoops.net
Nikola Jokic showcased his signature brilliance before shifting his focus to mentorship during the Denver Nuggets’ victory over the Chicago Bulls at Ball Arena on Sunday. The Serbian superstar registered a triple-double before resting for the final period, watching from the bench as his squad maintained their lead to secure a win in the NBA Preseason 2026.
“I love to win the game. I love basketball. I think every day details matter, especially when the young guys are playing. It’s good to see how they learn, they care, and I enjoy it,” he stated during postgame media availability, reflecting warmly on watching the developing talent close out the contest.
The three-time Most Valuable Player added to a solid preparation phase ahead of the 2026–27 Regular Season. So far this preseason, he is averaging 10.3 points, 7.3 assists, 6.0 rebounds, 0.7 blocks, and 0.7 steals per appearance. Since debuting in 2015 after being drafted with the 41st overall pick in 2014, the eight-time All-Star has logged 910 career games.
The team coached by David Adelman is now set to wrap up its warm-up schedule with a quick California road trip. They take on the Los Angeles Clippers at the Intuit Dome on Wednesday, followed by a Friday night game against the Los Angeles Lakers and Slovenian superstar Luka Doncic at crypto.com Arena.
The 2026–27 Regular Season begins next Thursday. The Nuggets travel to the Paycom Center to open their 82-game schedule opposite the Oklahoma City Thunder, then return home to host the New Orleans Pelicans two days later.
Despite a looming contract situation casting a shadow over the upcoming journey, the Sombor native is determined to contend for another title and replicate their 2023 championship run, where he earned Finals MVP honors.
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