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April 19, 2024 | 9:06 pm EDT Update

LeBron James on Nikola Jokic: 'He's one of the best players to ever play this game, it's that simple'

Michael Scotto: LeBron James on Nikola Jokic: “He’s one of the best players to ever play this game. It’s that simple. He does everything. The most important thing is he changes the way his teammates think about their own play. When you’re able to inspire your teammates to play at a level that sometimes they don’t even feel like they can play at, that’s a true testament of a great one.” (🎥 @jovanbuha ) pic.twitter.com/C3pcHxZh89

The spread at the Joker compound that night sounded immaculate. Chicken wings, quesadillas, sliders, and other finger foods all served up by Jokic’s private chefs. Rakija, the national drink of choice in Serbia, was also flowing and poured from custom bottles engraved with the name “Jokic.” Also, the dessert. “The apple pie,” said Watson. “That was incredible.” The Nuggets then settled in to watch their future playoff opponent in action. Lakers-Pelicans was a close game throughout. Watson said one in the room was pulling for one team or the other to win, but when the Lakers went up by double-digits in the fourth quarter, some players started rooting for a Pelicans comeback. If anything, New Orleans could tire the Lakers out a little.
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ClutchPoints: “Obviously, he’s [Jamal Murray] a hell of a player. In matchups against us in the past he’s been very efficient.” Lakers guard Austin Reaves discusses the defensive aspects of playing against the Nuggets 🗣 (via @SpectrumSN) pic.twitter.com/xMZwW4ZsHq

April 19, 2024 | 7:35 pm EDT Update

Woj: Heat in position to use assets to acquire All-Star in summer

Barry Jackson: Woj says he believes Miami “will be in position to use the assets they have” to add an All-Star. Makes the point that players with only 1 or 2 years left on contract are in better position to force trade to Heat (as opposed to Lillard, who had four years). But that player must be willing to get down and dirty and say they’re only accepting Miami. Tough ask.
NBA on ESPN: “I think there’s going to be a lot more player movement this summer.” 👀 @wojespn on the Miami Heat and what the upcoming NBA off-season could look like ✍️ pic.twitter.com/vbwEFzgWpO