Nikola Jokic
Mentioned in 143 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
# Nikola Jokic The Denver Nuggets center is consistently discussed across major sports podcasts as the best player in the NBA, known for elite ball-handling, passing, and rebounding that exemplify world-class talent. Podcasters frequently analyze his role as the team's offensive engine and MVP candidacy, while also examining recurring concerns about his health (knee and wrist injuries), minutes restrictions, and recent underperformance in clutch situations despite his strong individual statistics. His contract value and championship-caliber status make him a central figure in discussions about NBA trade deadlines, playoff matchups, and season performance.
Appears On
Episode Appearances
The Ryen Russillo Show · May 20, 2026
An All-Time Collapse at The Garden, Plus Mike Tirico on the Wemby Experience
“Listed among elite takeover players capable of offensive dominance in playoff moments”
The Bill Simmons Podcast · May 4, 2026
Part 2: Cleveland Survives, Knicks-Sixers, and Whaddya Do for Denver, Houston, and Atlanta With Zach Lowe
“Analyzed for first-round exit, three-point shooting regression, and pyramid ranking drop”
The Pat McAfee Show · May 1, 2026
PMS 2.0 1544 - Feel Good Friday with Brett Veach, Wonderful "Champ" Monds IV Makes His College Commitment, Chris Paul, & AJ Hawk
“Eliminated by Timberwolves; emotional frustration and potential free agency discussed”
The Bill Simmons Podcast · May 1, 2026
Joker’s Out, and Boston Might Be Next. Plus, an MLB Cocktail Party and 'Survivor 50' With Rob Mahoney, Billy Gil, and Jason Concepcion.
“MVP-caliber player whose team was upset by Timberwolves despite individual strong performance”
The Zach Lowe Show · Apr 28, 2026
Next Steps for Denver? Plus, Reaves’s Return, and Pistons on the Brink!
“Analyzed for offensive limitations due to defensive schemes and injury-related roster constraints”
The Zach Lowe Show · Apr 21, 2026
Timberwolves Steal Game 2, and CJ McCollum’s Heel Turn
“Analyzed for turnovers and defensive limitations in series against Minnesota”
DOUBL3 COVERAGE PODCAST · Apr 18, 2026
Stephen A Smith’s Nephew Josh Declares Steph As The GOAT and Guarantees A Knicks Ring
“Discussed as current best player in NBA; ranked #1 by Josh Smith”
First Take · Apr 16, 2026
Hour 2: What Does Kawhi Leonard's Future Hold?
“Discussed as best player in league; potential playoff opponent for Spurs and other contenders”
First Take · Apr 16, 2026
Hour 1: Who was More Impressive in Win: Steph or Draymond?
“Referenced as reigning NBA champion leading Nuggets with 12-game winning streak heading into playoffs”
Club 520 Podcast · Apr 15, 2026
520 in the Morning - Jeff Teague REACTS to LaMelo Ball's GAME WINNER, Deni Avdija GOES OFF in Blazers win
“MVP-level player discussed in context of draft prospects and player comparisons”
First Things First · Apr 14, 2026
SGA vs. Michael Jordan, Play-In Preview, LaMelo Ball’s Hall-of-Fame level, King of the Hill
“MVP candidate and defending champion; ranked as most important player in upcoming playoffs”
First Take · Apr 13, 2026
Hour 1: How Costly is the Spurs Loss to the Nuggets?
“Played first half against Spurs; scored 23 points to help Nuggets secure three seed”
Club Shay Shay · Apr 13, 2026
Nightcap Hour 1: Nuggets BEAT Spurs in SEASON FINALE + Lakers vs Rockers PLAYOFF PREVIEW + Sixers vs Magic + Detroit Basketball is BACK
“Extensively discussed for historic season stats (28 PPG, 13 RPG, 11 APG on 57% FG, 38% 3P)”
Nightcap · Apr 13, 2026
Nightcap Hour 1: Nuggets BEAT Spurs in SEASON FINALE + Lakers vs Rockers PLAYOFF PREVIEW + Sixers vs Magic + Detroit Basketball is BACK
“Three-time MVP leading league in rebounds and assists while shooting 57% FG; central to Nuggets-Timberwolves analysis”
Club Shay Shay · Apr 11, 2026
Best of NFL News Part 2: Allen Iverson CALLING out the NBA STARS for LOAD MANAGEMENT
“Analyzed as pass-first center with elite game IQ, contrasted favorably with Joel Embiid's approach”
Nightcap · Apr 11, 2026
Best of NFL News Part 2: Allen Iverson CALLING out the NBA STARS for LOAD MANAGEMENT
“Analyzed as pass-first center with superior basketball IQ, leading league in assists and rebounds simultaneously”
First Things First · Apr 10, 2026
Knicks beat Celtics in Tatum’s return to MSG, Title Pie, Brou’s Ballot, Can LeBron carry the Lakers?
“Ranked third in MVP voting; discussed as potential second-place finisher with strong statistical season”
First Take · Apr 10, 2026
Hour 2: Do the Knicks or Celtics Have the Edge in a Potential Playoff Rematch?
“Analyzed in comparison to SGA regarding best player status and historical playoff run implications for legacy”
Nightcap · Apr 10, 2026
Nightcap Hour 1: Knicks KNOCK OFF Celtics in THRILLER + Rocket BEAT INJURED Sixers + Kayden McDonald JOINS Nightcap + Joel Embiid INJURIES +Anthony Davis’ MVP RANKINGS
“Nuggets center discussed as MVP candidate with elite basketball IQ and pass-first mentality”
Club Shay Shay · Apr 10, 2026
Nightcap Hour 1: Knicks KNOCK OFF Celtics in THRILLER + Rocket BEAT INJURED Sixers + Kayden McDonald JOINS Nightcap + Joel Embiid INJURIES +Anthony Davis’ MVP RANKINGS
“MVP-caliber center discussed as model for pass-first, high-IQ play that elevates teammates and creates offensive flow”
Pardon My Take · Apr 10, 2026
Masters Week, Jerry O'Connell As PMT Ombudsman, Boban Marjanović In Studio Plus Fyre Fest Of The Week
“Discussed for record-breaking statistical performances including fastest triple-double and dual league leads”
First Things First · Apr 9, 2026
Thunder on ‘dynasty watch’ after clinching 1-seed, Ravens’ Super Bowl Window, BUD List
“Discussed as MVP candidate and potential Finals matchup threat; recorded 34th triple-double of season”
First Take · Apr 8, 2026
Hour 2: How Will Lakers Players Respond to JJ Redick Calling Them Out?
“Referenced as playoff opponent of Anthony Edwards; Jokic's performance against Edwards discussed”
Club Shay Shay · Apr 8, 2026
Best of March Madness Part 2: Michigan CROWNED CHAMPS beating UConn, Mike Malone isn't ENOUGH! UNC better drop a BAG in the portal!
“NBA MVP coached by Mike Malone; referenced as example of Malone's elite player management”
First Things First · Apr 7, 2026
Michigan beats UConn to win 2nd Title, Wemby concerns, Bills & Ravens new HCs, King of the Hill
“MVP candidate ranked atop King of the Hill with 20 assists and dominant recent performance”
Club 520 Podcast · Apr 7, 2026
520 in the Morning - Jeff Teague on Nuggets HEATING UP before playoff run, Michigan WINS national championship over UCONN
“Analyzed for dominant playoff performance with 35 points, 14 rebounds, 13 assists”
First Things First · Apr 3, 2026
Thunder beat Lakers, Luka Doncic suffers hamstring injury, Brou’s MVP Ballot, Title Pie
“Nuggets center ranked third on MVP ballot; averaging triple-double and leading league in rebounds”
First Take · Apr 3, 2026
Hour 1: Lakers blown out and Luka Injured
“Mentioned as star player approaching award ineligibility threshold.”
First Things First · Apr 2, 2026
Victor Wembanyama scores 41 back-to-back, Raiders sign Kirk Cousins, Lakers vs. Thunder, BUD List
“Clinched back-to-back triple-double seasons; MVP discussion and playoff matchup analysis”
Miller and Moulton · Apr 2, 2026
April 2, 2026 Hour 4 JP Shadrick
“Denver Nuggets center; compared to Elijah Waite in all-time center rankings discussion”
Club 520 Podcast · Apr 2, 2026
520 in the Morning - Jeff Teague REACTS to Celtics DOMINATING Heat, Wemby GOES OFF, Nuggets SCARY in west
“Denver Nuggets center delivering triple-double performances in playoff positioning games”
First Things First · Apr 1, 2026
Luka and Lakers dominate March, Jalen Hurts & Eagles struggles, Tiger Woods arrested, Nick’s Tiers
“Positioned as best player alive; defending champion with improved defensive rating since Aaron Gordon's return”
Miller and Moulton · Mar 31, 2026
March 31, 2026 Hour 2 Keith Smith
“Still considered best player in league despite team struggles; MVP race contender”
Mostly Sports With Mark Titus and Brandon Walker · Mar 31, 2026
We STILL Can't Get Over The UConn Win + Is Wemby Winning MVP? | Mostly Sports EP 619 | 3.31.26
“Mentioned in MVP odds discussion with +8000 odds despite previous MVP wins”
Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective · Mar 27, 2026
Celtics Most Consequential Win Of Year? + Adam Silver Takes a Major Stand
“Ranked third in MVP consideration; leads league in rebounds and assists with exceptional recent performances.”
Pardon My Take · Mar 27, 2026
Sweet 16 Night 1, Giants HC John Harbaugh, Max Homa Stops By For PMT Spring Break + Fyre Fest Of The Week
“Referenced for triple-double pace and MVP-caliber performance despite limited games”
Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective · Mar 25, 2026
Giannis & Bucks At Odds Again & Wemby Makes Claim For MVP + Evaluating Tatum
“MVP candidate; historically dominant but below typical level since injury return”
Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective · Mar 23, 2026
Lakers’ Run Continues & Luka’s Biggest Weakness + Playoff Seeding Battles
“Compared to Doncic for deceleration skills and historical technical foul/petulance issues; championship context”
Nightcap · Mar 23, 2026
Nightcap Hour 1: Iowa UPSETS Florida & Moves to SWEET 16 + St. John’s BEATS Kansas on BUZZER BEATER + Ocho LIKES BIG Women + Tennessee TAKES DOWN Virginia + UCONN ADVANCES Past UCLA
“Referenced as example of elite player who demonstrates passion and competitive drive despite outside interests”
First Things First · Mar 20, 2026
Luka Doncic scores 60 in Lakers win, Brou’s Ballot, Duke's close call, Sean Payton joins, Title Pie
“Discussed as MVP candidate; analyzed for clutch game struggles despite individual excellence”
Club 520 Podcast · Mar 20, 2026
520 in the Morning - Jeff Teague REACTS to Luka Doncic dropping 60, LeBron James triple-double, March Madness reaction
“Mentioned in MVP conversation alongside Luka and SGA”
Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective · Mar 18, 2026
KD & Rockets In Danger In West? Lakers Finding Something With LeBron
“Nuggets center referenced as comparison for high-level field goal percentage despite limited athleticism”
First Things First · Mar 17, 2026
Jaylen Waddle traded to Broncos, Venezuela beats Italy, Alex Rodriguez joins, King of the Hill
“Nuggets center; discussed as potentially best player in NBA despite defensive concerns”
Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective · Mar 16, 2026
Luka Magic Taking Hold For Lakers + SGA’s Historic Streak & Wemby’s Confidence
“Nuggets center; lost controversial overtime game to Lakers; Jamal Murray fouled out after poor performance”
First Things First · Mar 11, 2026
Maxx Crosby deal cancelled, Ravens sign Trey Hendrickson, Bam Adebayo scores 83, Danny’s Tiers
“Denver Nuggets center whose performance decline post-injury affected MVP candidacy”
Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective · Mar 11, 2026
Did SGA End MVP Debate? + Best Year Of Kawhi Ever & A Big Question In The East
“Nuggets MVP competing with SGA; had strong game but team lost; discussed as declining MVP contender due to team performance”
First Things First · Mar 10, 2026
Ravens ’S.B.o.B’, Geno Smith traded to Jets, Ken Rosenthal joins, Top 10 Free Agency Edition
“Nuggets MVP capable of scoring against OKC defense, proven in playoff series matchups”
Club 520 Podcast · Mar 10, 2026
520 in the Morning - Jeff Teague REACTS to Thunder’s EPIC win over Jokic & Nuggets: SGA LOCKED UP MVP
“Denver Nuggets center with 32-14-13 reluctant triple-double; MVP race competitor”
Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective · Mar 9, 2026
Tatum Return Make Boston Favorites? Wemby Passion Great For NBA + SGA’s Elite Scoring
“Denver Nuggets MVP candidate dealing with injuries, dropped from MVP ballot conversation behind Wembanyama”
Club Shay Shay · Mar 9, 2026
Nightcap Hour 1: Wemby DOMINATES the Rockets + Jokic says Wemby will TAKE OVER the NBA + Lakers BEAT the Knicks without Bron + Jayson Tatum LOOKS GREAT vs Cavs + Pistons SELL vs Heat
“Denver Nuggets center; stated he's glad to retire before Wembanyama takes over the NBA”