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For many, Nikola Jokic is the biggest name on the NBA scene, while there are also those who believe that there are several better individuals than him. Be that as it may, the Serbian basketball player attracts enormous attention, having strong respect from his NBA colleagues.
Cam Johnson and Tim Hardaway Jr. in a recent podcast interview, they openly talked about their move to Denver and how relieved they are that they will no longer have to play against one of the most dominant players today; Nikola Jokic.
The twenty-seven-year-old basketball player, who arrived from Brooklyn, did not hide how much Jokic was giving him headaches on the floor. His words caused smiles, but also clearly conveyed how difficult it is to play against the Serbian center.
"Honestly, a big part of everything is that you no longer have him as a rival. Because he's a problem, that's it. Period. He can pass, jump, shoot. You don't know what he's going to bring and what mode he's in on any given day," said Johnson during a conversation with the experienced Hardaway.
New faces, new energy
Both players strengthened the ranks of the Denver Nuggets this summer, who decided to refresh the team and add strength from the bench. Johnson arrived as part of the exchange from Brooklyn, where he stood out as a reliable shooter, while the 32-year-old Hardaway came as a free agent from Dallas.
Johnson's arrival also marks the end of the Michael Porter Jr. era in Denver, whose games were often questioned due to injuries and a lack of continuity. The coaches expect that these two new faces will bring a new dimension and toughness to the Nuggets' game.
Two-time MVP Nikola Jokic remains a key figure for Denver, but it's obvious that his new teammates are already relieved that they are no longer on the other side of the floor when the "Joker" is in his element.
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