Young generational superstar foolishly throws shade at Nikola Jokic

Sacramento Kings v Denver Nuggets | Garrett Ellwood/GettyImagesIt’s not clear why NBA players past and present insist on disrespecting Nikola Jokic, but for whatever reason, the trend won't seem to end. The latest player to throw some shots at the Joker came as a bit of a shock, as perhaps the heir apparent, the young, dominant international big man Victor Wembanyama, delivered some bulletin board material for the Nuggets’ three-time MVP.

Wemby was doing an interview with ESPN and was asked who he thinks is the best player in the league. He replied by saying, “Joki\u0107 is the best offensive player … I don’t think he’s the best player. (It’s) between Giannis (Antetokounmpo) and Shai…