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Jokic remains the undisputed King of fantasy basketball. Justifiably, French phenom Victor Wembanyama pressed Jokic for the top spot last season, going No. 1 overall in many drafts, but the youngster couldn't stay on the court, allowing Jokic to retain his title with ease. In 2024-25, the Serbian superstar averaged a triple-double for the first time in his career, setting high-water marks in points (29.6), assists (10.2) and steals (1.8) while grabbing at least 12 boards per game for the third time in four years. He also posted career-high marks in three-point attempts per game (4.7) and three-point percentage (41.7). More outside shots caused Jokic's field-goal percentage to drop, finishing with his lowest mark (57.7%) since 2020-21. However, the only player in the league who attempted at least 18 shots a night with a higher field-goal percentage was Giannis Antetokounmpo (60.1% on 19.7 FGA/G). Despite a solid record and past success, Denver fired Michael Malone ahead of the 2024-25 playoffs, and David Adelman seized the opportunity. He led Jokic and company as they pushed the eventual champion Thunder to Game 7 in the second round and was rewarded with the full-time head coaching job. The Nuggets also made a couple of big splashes this offseason, trading Michael Porter for Cameron Johnson and Dario Saric for Jonas Valanciunas, while bringing back Bruce Brown, who was an integral part of their 2023 title run. The rest of last year's rotation remains intact, and Jokic's spot as the offensive fulcrum is as secure as it gets. Not to mention, Jokic is an Iron Man in this era, appearing in at least 69 regular-season games in each of his first 10 NBA seasons. Don't think twice, take Jokic No. 1 in every league. Read Past Outlooks
Signed a four-year, $210.11 million contract extension with the Nuggets in July of 2022. Contract includes $61.91 million player option for 2027-28. 
Out four-plus weeks with knee issue
The Nuggets announced Tuesday that Jokic has been diagnosed with a left knee hyperextension injury and will be re-evaluated in four weeks.
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Jokic sustained the injury in the closing seconds of the second quarter of Monday's 147-123 loss to the Heat and was unable to return for the second half. After the Nuggets sent in the three-time MVP in for further tests, Jokic appears to have avoided any major structural damage to his knee but is nonetheless expected to remain out through at least the end of January. Jonas Valanciunas opened the second half of Monday's game with the Nuggets' starters and is the most likely candidate to see his fantasy value climb in Jokic's absence, though he still played only 16 minutes in the loss to Miami. Additionally, reserve big men such as Zeke Nnaji and DaRon Holmes could become more involved in the rotation, and the Nuggets could also lean more heavily on small-ball lineups featuring Peyton Watson or, once healthy, Aaron Gordon (hamstring) at center.
Jokic sustained the injury in the closing seconds of the second quarter of Monday's 147-123 loss to the Heat and was unable to return for the second half. After the Nuggets sent in the three-time MVP in for further tests, Jokic appears to have avoided any major structural damage to his knee but is nonetheless expected to remain out through at least the end of January. Jonas Valanciunas opened the second half of Monday's game with the Nuggets' starters and is the most likely candidate to see his fantasy value climb in Jokic's absence, though he still played only 16 minutes in the loss to Miami. Additionally, reserve big men such as Zeke Nnaji and DaRon Holmes could become more involved in the rotation, and the Nuggets could also lean more heavily on small-ball lineups featuring Peyton Watson or, once healthy, Aaron Gordon (hamstring) at center.
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How does Nikola Jokic compare to other players?
This section compares his stats with all players from the previous three seasons (minimum 200 minutes played)*. The bar represents the player's percentile rank. For example, if the bar is halfway across, then the player falls into the 50th percentile for that stat and it would be considered average.
True Shooting %
71.3%
Effective Field Goal %
66.5%
3-Point Attempt Rate
27.5%
Free Throw Rate
42.5%
Offensive Rebound %
10.5%
Defensive Rebound %
28.6%
Total Rebound %
20.0%
Assist %
51.6%
Steal %
1.7%
Block %
2.0%
Turnover %
9.9%
Usage %
30.4%
Fantasy Points Per Game
63.5
Fantasy Points Per Minute
1.8
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Winner of his third MVP, Jokic continues to make his case for best player on the planet. He didn't set any meaningful career highs, but that's not exactly an indictment for a 28-year-old who averaged 26.4 points, 12.4 rebounds, 9.0 assists, 1.4 steals and 0.9 blocks in 34.6 minutes. His job isn't getting any easier, though. After last season saw the departure of Bruce Brown, this offseason saw the departure of Kentavious Caldwell-Pope - an important 3-and-D piece. KCP was effectively not replaced, so it will be up to Christian Braun and Peyton Watson to step up. But the Nuggets will start to look really thin really quickly if any member of the starting five suffers a significant injury. That could potentially lead to more usage, or at least more shot attempts, for Jokic in spurts. Whether that potential is enough for fantasy managers to select him No. 1 over Victor Wembanyama is one thing, but Jokic should practically be locked in as a Top 2 fantasy selection this season. It's arguable he's the safest bet on the board in that respect.
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Won't return vs. Miami
Jokic (knee) won't return to Monday's game against the Heat, Sam Amick of The Athletic reports.
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Officially questionable to return
Jokic is questionable to return to Monday's game against the Heat due to a left knee injury.
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Limps to locker room Monday
Jokic exited to the locker room after sustaining an apparent left knee injury in the second quarter of Monday's game against the Heat, Vinny Benedetto of The Denver Gazette reports.
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Another massive triple-double
Jokic racked up 34 points (11-22 FG, 12-13 FT), 21 rebounds, 12 assists and one steal across 38 minutes during Saturday's 127-126 loss to the Magic.
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Massive outing versus Timberwolves
Jokic finished with 56 points (15-21 FG, 4-6 3Pt, 22-23 FT), 16 rebounds, 15 assists and two blocks across 43 minutes during Thursday's 142-138 overtime victory over the Timberwolves.
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Makes history vs. Minnesota
Jokic became the first player in NBA history to record a game with at least 55 points, 15 assists and 15 rebounds in Thursday's win over the Timberwolves, according to Bennett Durando of The Denver Post.
ANALYSIS
What's even more surprising than the stat line is the fact that Jokic said he had a "good game" after the overtime win. Jokic shot 15-of-21 from the field and 22-of-23 from the foul line in the win, and this was his 15th triple-double of the 2025-26 campaign, a category in which he leads The Association by a wide margin.
What's even more surprising than the stat line is the fact that Jokic said he had a "good game" after the overtime win. Jokic shot 15-of-21 from the field and 22-of-23 from the foul line in the win, and this was his 15th triple-double of the 2025-26 campaign, a category in which he leads The Association by a wide margin.