Summary
Nikola Jokic, the NBA's reigning MVP, is recovering from a knee injury. While initial reports suggested a quicker return, recent updates indicate Jokic's rehab process is going slower than anticipated. The Denver Nuggets are not rushing his return as the team continues to win games.
Key Facts
- Nikola Jokic is recovering from a hyperextended left knee.
- ESPN's Shams Charania noted Jokic seemed ahead of his recovery schedule.
- Denver Nuggets coach David Adelman stated Jokic's rehab has been unpredictable with good and bad days.
- Jokic originally injured his knee on December 29.
- Jokic was expected to be reevaluated around January 26.
- The Nuggets are performing well without Jokic, holding a 7-5 record.
- Coach Adelman suggests Jokic might return by early February.
- Jokic had outstanding performance stats before his injury, averaging 29.6 points per game.
