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Magic Johnson, the legendary former NBA player, was recently a guest on the podcast "Fast Break" hosted by Byron Scott, and during the conversation he talked about the Serbian basketball player Nikola Jokic, whose skills on the court he praised in every possible way. Johnson particularly highlighted Jokić's incredible basketball intelligence, claiming that it is one of his most important assets.
Johnson explained that Jokić has an incredible ability to recognize situations on the court, which allows him to cope with all challenges, even when he is not at his best.
"His basketball IQ is off the charts," Magic said, adding that Jokic can win even when he's not in the rhythm of the game. This clearly shows his ability to adapt to any situation and get results, which is rare among players in his position.
Jokić as a key player of the new era
During the podcast, Byron Scott agreed with Magic, stressing how Jokić completely redefines the concept of a center in modern basketball with his games.
"Previously, center players had very specific roles, but Jokic shows that a center can be versatile. He is a player who can shoot three-pointers, play and even dominate in the post," said Scott.
His performance further talks about Jokic's ability to adapt to all styles of play, making him different from other.
Magic Johnson didn't stop there, he called Jokic "the best basketball player in the world right now", adding that he should definitely be MVP this season. Although he believes that he is not yet at the level of legends like him, Johnson is sure that Jokić can reach that status in the future.
"While he may not be a legend yet, he's very close to becoming one," Magic concluded.
This conversation between two former NBA greats certainly shows how much Jokić's talent and basketball intelligence are recognized and appreciated among the most famous names in the history of this sport. The Serbian player, who has already achieved incredible success, now faces new difficulties, and will certainly continue to be the player everyone relies on, regardless of all the changes in leagues and strategies.
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