It was a brushstroke of brilliance on a painting crafted hundreds of times before. Nikola Jokic pump-faked from the top of the key, coaxing Milwaukee Bucks forward Kyle Kuzma’s right foot a step too high. Two dribbles came to get past Kuzma, and a left-to-right spin to shed him, setting up the threat of a hook.

In an era where the role of a center in basketball has traditionally been limited to dominating the paint, Nikola Jokic has shattered expectations with his incredible performance. This article explores how Jokic's unique skill set,

After losing two consecutive games, the Denver Nuggets snapped their cold streak to beat the Houston Rockets on the road on Sunday night. Even playing without

Jokic made his return after missing five games with elbow and ankle injuries and set the pace with an all-around stellar performance. He scored his 29 points on 16-of-25 shooting with 10 rebounds and 10 assists -- breaking his own franchise record by recording his 30th triple-double of the season.

Nikola Jokic can make stuff happen when ... He uses his body so well. He can't jump but he just bumps you off and gets his shot off." Johnson, though, was unwilling to crown Jokic the best ...

Nikola Jokic recorded 35 points on 15-for-20 shooting ... including Jokic's second mid-range jump shot and Jalen Pickett corner 3-pointer with four seconds remaining. Denver led 34-32 after ...