Kevin Garnett hails Nikola Jokic’s as modern day Wilt Chamberlain: “It’s not a miracle but…”
Former champion Kevin Garnett draws comparisons between Nikola Jokic and legendary players like Wilt Chamberlain and Arvydas Sabonis.
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Kevin Garnett draws parallel between Nikola Jokic and Wilt Chamberlain
Nikola Jokic has mesmerized modern NBA fans with his unique traits as a big man. The three-time MVP is on another historic run this season, ranking in the top four in five categories: points, rebounds, assists, steals, and 3-point FG%. Moreover, he is now averaging a triple-double this regular season. This unprecedented progress by the Serbian star hasn’t gone unnoticed.
During the newest installment of Ticket and The Truth, host Kevin Garnett touched on the same subject. After hearing Joker’s astounding stats, Garnett exclaimed to Paul Pierce, “He Wilt, ni**a. Joker is Wilt.” The former champion continued his high praise for the Nuggets’ center, comparing him to none other than the legend—the man, the myth—Wilt Chamberlain, for putting up video game-like numbers.
Joker is Wilt. Joker is doing Wilt-like shit, it’s ridiculous. No athleticism, really, slow rolling, going at his own pace. Bro, it’s not a miracle, but when you watch it, it’s efficient. It’s efficient, and it’s prolific. He’s constant.
Kevin Garnett on Joker’s brilliance.
KG went on to claim that Jokic is the Wilt of this era due to his unrivaled dominance across the board. Jokic has single-handedly redefined the straightforward role of the center position into an intricate style of play as a big man who can throw feeds, shoot like a sniper from beyond the arc, and battle for rebounds down low.
Moreover, the former Celtics argued that the closest thing he can remember to Nikola Jokic is the legendary Lithuanian baller, Arvydas Sabonis. A businessman and a former NBA player for the Portland Trail Blazers aka “the Original Unicorn“, he is the father of Domantas Sabonis.
Former players contemplate an NBA comeback in their 40s after watching Nikola Jokic’s slow pace.
On a recent “Ticket and The Truth” show, The Truth deliberated about how “non-athletic” the league has become over the years. Citing reasons like aging stars, over-reliance on three-point shots, and dominance of players like Luka Doncic and Nikola Jokic who are known for their slow calculated creative moves instead of high-flying superhuman athleticism—the duo reflected on the NBA’s evolution. Paul Pierce jokingly asked if it’s time to come out of retirement.
Comeback szn…? 👀
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The level of athleticism in some of the NBA’s best players have got KG & Paul thinking… 🤔
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Why can’t I come back if that’s the league? Look at our top players. Luka—no athleticism. Joker… come on, dog. I can spot up. I can give you some slow-mo sh*t.
Paul Pierce to KG
Kevin Garnett couldn’t do anything but concede, saying, “I hate that you even right on this!” Although they both acknowledged the superiority of Luka Magic and Joker compared to their peers, they contended that the NBA is missing the explosive athleticism associated with the last era. Players like Michael Jordan or Vince Carter were known for taking off from the free throw line and going straight to the rim while adding pizzazz, power, and passion to their dunks.
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