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Three-time MVP Jokic suffers 'gut-wrenching' injury

Three-time MVP Jokic suffers 'gut-wrenching' injury

Summary

Nikola Jokic, a three-time NBA Most Valuable Player, suffered a knee injury during a game between the Denver Nuggets and the Miami Heat. The injury occurred when a teammate, Spencer Jones, accidentally stepped on Jokic's foot, causing him to fall. Jokic will undergo an MRI scan to assess how serious the injury is.

Key Facts

  • Nikola Jokic has won the NBA MVP award three times: 2021, 2022, and 2024.
  • Jokic was injured during a game between the Denver Nuggets and the Miami Heat.
  • The injury happened in the first half when teammate Spencer Jones accidentally stepped on Jokic's foot.
  • Jokic fell to the ground and clutched his knee after the incident.
  • He is scheduled to have an MRI scan on Tuesday to figure out the seriousness of the knee injury.
  • Jokic scored 21 points and had eight assists in the game before he got hurt.
  • Jokic is currently leading the NBA season in rebounds and assists.

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