Nikola Jokic is on his way to his 4th MVP and no one can argue with that

Nikola Jokic has cemented his status as one of the NBA’s top talents, having already won three MVP trophies in four seasons and leading the Denver Nuggets to their first NBA championship in franchise history. As the Nuggets look to compete in a tight Western Conference, they currently sit in fifth place with an 8-6 record, thanks in large part to Jokic’s incredible play amid the absence of Aaron Gordon and Jamal Murray in recent games.

Jokic is again having an MVP-caliber season, leading the league in rebounds (13.7) and assists (11.7) while maintaining his offensive dominance. He ranks fourth in scoring, averaging 29.7 points per game on an impressive 56.3 percent shooting from the field and a career-high 56.4 percent from beyond the arc.

Even with his absence for the last two games due to personal reasons, Jokic’s influence remains undeniable. When he’s on the court, the Nuggets boast the best offensive rating in NBA history at 125.8. At the same time, they record the worst offensive rating in league history at 86.3 when he is off the floor, which shows how important he is to the team’s success.

While the decision to allow key players to become free agents was met with skepticism, Jokic’s playmaking ability has elevated his current teammates. Michael Porter Jr. and Christian Braun saw scoring increases, and third-year forward Peyton Watson had a strong season from 3-point range. Watson’s increased playing time alongside Jokic has turned him into an undervalued asset for the team, hence Gordon’s return.

If Jokic continues to produce like this, the Nuggets could climb back to the top of the standings, setting the stage for another deep playoff run. With his all-around talent and ability to make those around him better, Jokic could add another MVP trophy to his collection by season’s end.