Nikola Jokic, Trae Young, take home Player of the Week for Jan. 17-23

Two of the best playmakers in the league won Player of the Week for January 17th-23rd in Nikola Jokic and Trae Young.

Nikola Jokic took the Nuggets to a 2-1 record as he averaged a triple double with 36.3 points, 11.3 rebounds, and 10 assists per game. In an overtime win against the Clippers on the 19th, he had a season-high 49 points along with 14 rebounds and 10 dimes.

Trae Young led the Hawks to a perfect 4-0 record as he put up 31.3 points, 9 assists, and 4 rebounds per game. He dominated with 37 points and 14 assists in a 12-point win over the Timberwolves on the 19th.

Other Nominees: 

West: Devin Booker and Chris Paul (PHX), Luka Dončić (DAL), Dejounte Murray (SAS) and Jusuf Nurkić (POR)

East: Miles Bridges (CHA), Jimmy Butler (MIA), Joel Embiid (PHI), Darius Garland (CLE) and Khris Middleton (MIL)