Fansided · Feb 24
ESPN provides a laughable reason for why Nikola Jokic could be playing hurt
Feb 14, 2026; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Team World center Nikola Jokic (15) of the Denver Nuggets during a news conference for the NBA All Star game at Intuit Dome. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images | Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn ImagesIt's no secret Nikola Jokic isn't playing his best basketball. There are reports that he's hurt his right wrist, causing him discomfort that led to the recent uptick in turnovers and "poor play." However, ESPN's headline for their video claiming Jokic is playing through an injury so he's still eligible for postseason awards is laughable.