Vucevic 'Nik'd' by Jokic in Skills Challenge

CHARLOTTE – In a battle of Nikolas, it was Nikola Jokic not Nikola Vucevic who came out on top.

Vucevic and Jokic went head-to-head in the first round of NBA All-Star Saturday night’s Taco Bell Skills Challenge, a three-round, obstacle-course competition that tests dribbling, passing, agility and 3-point-shooting skills.

Vucevic jumped out to an early lead, but after his first 3-point attempt failed to fall, Jokic buried a triple to end the Magic’s center run.

"It was fun, it was a great experience," Vucevic said. "I would definitely do it again."

Ironically, Vucevic was worried about his speed being his Achilles heel in the event. However, he was able to pull ahead of Jokic until the final…