A Historic Season for Nikola Jokić

Nikola Jokić has etched his name further into Denver Nuggets lore, securing his sixth First-Team All-NBA selection. This marks the eighth consecutive year the Serbian center has been named to one of the league's three honorary squads, cementing his status as an enduring force in professional basketball. By achieving this milestone, Jokić has surpassed all previous franchise records for individual accolades.

During the regular season, Jokić delivered a statistical masterclass. He averaged 27.7 points, 12.9 rebounds, and 10.7 assists per game. Remarkably, he led the entire league in both rebounding and assisting, becoming the first player in NBA history to top those two categories simultaneously. His dominance helped guide the Nuggets to a third-place finish in the Western Conference standings.

Playoff Disappointment and Future Speculation

Despite his regular-season brilliance, the post-season proved challenging. The Nuggets faced an early exit against the Minnesota Timberwolves, with Jokić struggling to find his rhythm without sufficient support from his teammates. The physical toll led to an earlier-than-expected rest period for the star center. Rumors have surfaced suggesting he might attend the National Shooting Championship in Sombor this Sunday, though this remains unconfirmed.

The 2025-26 Kia All-NBA First Team also features Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Victor Wembanyama, Luka Dončić, and Cade Cunningham. Only Jokić and Gilgeous-Alexander received 100% of the media votes. The Second Team includes Jaylen Brown, Jalen Brunson, Kevin Durant, Kawhi Leonard, and Donovan Mitchell. The Third Team honors Jaylen Duren, Chet Holmgren, Jaylen Johnson, Tyrese Maxey, and Jamal Murray, whose playoff performance notably fell short of expectations.