This season has been a special one, with extraordinary performances from players in almost every game. In a season with so many standout performances, three names stand tall in the fight for the MVP. Nikola Jokic, Joel Embiid, and Giannis Antetokounmpo.
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It has been months now that the three superstars have cemented their places in the top 3. All three players have performed at the highest level. They have exchanged the top three spots among each other many times throughout the season. Making it practically impossible to pick a clear-cut winner. However, Jokic has achieved something that no one in history has done before.
There have been many debates and discussions over who deserves to win the MVP. The three horse race between Jokic, Embiid and Giannis has taken a lot of turns. It has been very difficult to argue for people against any of the three players. Because in all honesty any of them deserves it as the regular season is near its end. However, Nikola Jokic has made his case stronger with a record breaking season.
NBA fans sent into a frenzy as Nikola Jokic achieves record breaking feat
Nikola Jokic will finish the regular season with 2,000 points, 1,000 assists, and 500 rebounds. He is the first player in NBA history with this monstrous achievement.
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Jokic becomes the first player in NBA history with 2,000 points, 1,000 rebounds, and 500 assists in a single season 👑
The constant surging performances from ‘The Joker‘ has also pushed the Denver Nuggets. They have now secured their playoff spot after confirming that they will finish as the 6th seed. The fans went crazy on Twitter as the regular season is nearing the conclusion.
“I don’t like advanced stats!” “I don’t like regular stats!” It’s becoming embarrassing at this point for people trying to create ways to not acknowledge Jokic is the best player in the league this year
These stats are too advanced
Sorry, these stats are way too advanced. We don't understand🤡
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Apr 7, 2022; Denver, Colorado, USA; The scoreboard displays the stat line for Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (15) after he scored in the fourth quarter against the Memphis Grizzlies at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports
With #HeadbandJokic trending on Twitter, the fans have taken the internet by storm. The Joker has averaged 27.1 points, 13.8 rebounds, and 7.9 assists per game this season. This is his 7th season for the Denver Nuggets and in the NBA. Moreover, it has been the best one of his career.
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Apr 7, 2022; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (15) controls the ball as Memphis Grizzlies center Xavier Tillman Sr. (2) and forward Santi Aldama (7) guards in the fourth quarter at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports
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Obviously, even after this, the shouts of Giannis or Embiid deserving the MVP have not decreased. The intense chase for the converted prize of the season will go down the wire. With the postseason about to start, all three stars have the chance to make sure their teams do their best to win the NBA championship. Moreover, it has been an amazing season so far. And we are hoping that, it would surely be an enthralling end as well!