After the Rock’s 1442 Days Awaited WWE Return, Denver Fans Indulge in Bizarre War Between Nikola Jokic and Deion Sanders

Colorado is known for its vibrant sports culture and is an epicenter of some hardcore sports fans. The city fans have been treated to a series of exciting happenings, from the return of wrestling legend Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson to the WWE after a four-year hiatus, to a bizarre debate about who holds more sway in the city, NBA star Nikola Jokic or college football coach Deion Sanders. 

The Rock’s return to WWE SmackDown in Denver was a momentous occasion. On the other hand, Denver is also home to NBA star Nikola Jokic, and Deion Sanders, who coaches a Colorado college football team. Twitter fans have ignited a debate about who has a bigger pull in Denver.

The Rock returns to the WWE 

After a long absence, The Rock’s return to WWE was nothing short of electrifying. After 1442 days away from the ring, he made a surprise appearance at a SmackDown show in Denver. This event sparked an unexpected debate among Denver sports fans. Jokic is a prominent figure in Denver with the Nuggets. Sanders gained popularity as the coach of a Colorado college football team. Denver fans began comparing their influence in the city.

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A series of fan reactions on social media fueled this debate. Some fans argued Sanders has bigger celebrities in Colorado than Jokic.

The fans have started Jokic vs. Sanders

One fan stated that “Jokic isn’t as famous” as Sanders.

Another fan mentioned Deion has a long-standing celebrity status in Denver,

Jokic has been instrumental in leading Denver to the first-ever NBA championship and one fan chimed in by saying, “Bruh I forgot!! 😂Denver are the NBA Champs also lol damn Denver been lit 🔥”

Some defended Jokic’s pure hopping skills but failed to impress with the celebrity status, 

One fan countered by saying that Jokic’s value isn’t about random celebrities’ caring. He chimed in by saying, “So? Jokic value isn’t about random celebrities caring. Plus Rock literally a former football player and manages a football league. It’s not like this is a random visit anyway, lol.”

Both the athletes have made influence in their respective fields. Jokic’s contribution to the Denver basketball scene cannot be overlooked. Sanders is credited with reviving Colorado’s football program and attracting celebrities to the area. The city is ready for another mega event. 

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