Nikola Jokic Playfully Trolls Luka Doncic After Nuggets' Win

In a highly anticipated showdown, the Dallas Mavericks' unbeaten streak in the 2023-24 season came to an abrupt halt when they faced off against the Denver Nuggets.

Superstar Faceoff: Jokic vs. Doncic

It was a captivating duel between two of the league's top international talents, Nikola Jokic and Luka Doncic.


The final score saw the Nuggets triumph with a 125-114 victory, with Jokic delivering another impressive 30+ point performance.


Jokic's Playful Dig at Doncic: A Peek into Their Friendship

Following the win over the Mavericks, Nikola Jokic playfully ribbed Luka Doncic, as reported by Hardwood Paroxysm on Twitter.

Jokic's Take on Luka's Game: A Friendly Taunt

Jokic, when asked about Luka's game, quipped, emphasizing their strong friendship.

On the court, Jokic put up 33 points, 14 rebounds, and 9 assists, coming just one assist short of a triple-double.

Doncic Matches Jokic's Performance: A Duel of Superstars

In a similar vein, Doncic matched Jokic's performance by contributing 34 points, 10 rebounds, and 8 assists for the Mavericks.

Mavericks Suffer First Defeat of the Season

Unfortunately for Doncic's squad, the Nuggets outplayed them, marking the Mavericks' first loss of the season.

This defeat held added significance as it was the Mavericks' inaugural game in the NBA In-Season Tournament.

Mavericks' Western Conference Standing Drops to Third

Consequently, the Mavericks' record in the Western Conference now stands at 4-1, with the loss causing them to slide down to the third position in the standings.

However, Mavericks fans need not fret too much, as there's plenty of the season left for them to secure a top-four seed in the Western Conference.

The Cold Wire