Paul Pierce has a wild take on Nikola Jokic

Nikola Jokic just snagged his third MVP title, stirring up the debate on his place among the NBA's center elites. On the "Ticket and The Truth" podcast, Paul Pierce weighed in, sparking a bit of a stir. Known for his occasionally outlandish takes, Pierce claimed Jokic doesn't crack the top five centers in NBA history. Yet, even as a Jokic fan, I find myself nodding along—up to a point.

Jokic's trophy case is already bursting with a championship, a Finals MVP, and those three MVPs, yet he's still playing catch-up to legends like Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Bill Russell, Wilt Chamberlain, Shaquille O'Neal, and Hakeem Olajuwon. These guys didn't just play the game; they redefined it with their laundry list of titles and awards.


However, Jokic's unique style does eclipse some other giants. Take David Robinson—Jokic has moved past him in my book. And with another championship, he might just leapfrog over Olajuwon. That's still a big "if," especially with the Nuggets currently trailing the Timberwolves 2-1 in the playoffs. It's a steep hill to climb this season, but Jokic's blend of skill and leadership keeps that possibility alive. Pierce's take? Not entirely off the mark, but the Jokic saga is far from over. Let's see how high the "Joker" can stack his accolades.

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