Nikola Jokic is quite pretentious. He often gives the impression of disliking basketball. But we very well know that is absolutely not the case. Although, horses might be the Joker’s No.1 favorites. The once-practice hater, Nikola might be the most meticulous player of the Denver Nuggets. Thus, his hard work draws comparisons to the legendary Stephen Curry‘s.

Speaking on The Old Man & The Three podcast, ex-NBA player Joakim Noah draws parallels between Nikola Jokic and Steph Curry’s pregame routines. Just to let you know, the Serbian 6’11” giant is nearly 102 lbs heavier than the Baby-Faced Assassin. Despite, his stature, Jokic’s smooth maneuver on the court is a sight to behold. And so, maybe whatever Noah described about the 29-year-old reigning MVP is true.

“When Steph Curry is doing his warmup before the game, how it’s become something where fans come and watch, Joker has a workout like that.”Joakim Noah claims in the podcast. “If you see him and what he’s working on before the game, it’s so interesting. Everything is about touch. Touch around the rim. His flow and his touch are just, it’s so unmatched.”

The former Clippers star goes on to say: “He works on it. You know, that’s the kind of thing that he works on before the game even starts.” So, what does Nikola do differently? He races around the court with Christian Braun for layup lines. Jokic practices shots like Chef Curry. For the Golden State Warriors star, his pregame routine is like meditation. Everything is about stress management and anxiety control.

Well, Nikola Jokic is the coolest player on the court, not just his gameplay but the attitude he holds. Thus finding similarities with Curry. Moreover, as more facts emerge about Joker’s routine and dedication, they actively debunk the rabid myths surrounding him.

Remember when Davon Reed rubbished the “lazy” accusations on Nikola?

Nikola Jokic’s “unorthodox” way of life despite Steph Curry-like routine is an interesting contrast

Sometimes it feels like Nikola Jokic just can’t play a bad game. Even when the Denver Nuggets are losing, the Serbian superstar is scoring like there’s no tomorrow. What’s his motivation, you may ask? Well, it’s the love he has for the sport, even when he shows disinterest. Currently, Jokic is leading the triple-double show for the league. Averaging 29.7 points, 13.4 rebounds, and 10.9 assists per game.

“Lazy” is a strange adjective for Nikola Jokic. His former teammate Davon Reed has verified this matter. In his conversation with Jefe Island, the ex-Nuggets hooper staunchly stated: ” I know a lot of people think ‘Oh Nikola doesn’t like basketball’, or ‘He’s just out there’ like it’s crazy how the media can kind of put a spin or a motive on something when it’s not true. It’s just that’s the notion or that’s motive, and because he’s got an unorthodox game or stardom or what have you that you feel like that. That’s a word just because they say that’s true.”

Of course, Nikola Jokic is anything but lazy. He is at the top of his game for the Denver Nuggets. Moreover, Joakim Noah’s revelation simply shows the greatness of the 29-year-old center. Being put at the same table as ‘the’ Stephen Curry himself is an outstanding achievement in itself. But well, knowing the Joker, he keeps going for records and feats. So, could you say he’s laid back? Surely not!