The sports world has always witnessed the camaraderie of players with each other on and off the court. They are often seen praising the remarkable achievements of each other. This Tuesday when Nikola Jokic led his team Denver Nuggets to victory for the first time in the NBA finals, he etched his name in the NBA and franchise’s history forever as Nuggets became NBA world champions. Jokic’s outstanding performance in the finals has earned him all the praise from former NBA Stars and other legends.

One such sports legend, American track and field veteran Michael Johnson, was all praises for Jokic after the win, he took to his Twitter to share the appreciating words and the inspiring story of the Serbian star. Johnson’s gesture shed light on the untold story of Jokic’s incredible journey and the impact he has made with his astounding performance.

The Rise of Nikola Jokic

Jokic took the Ball Arena by storm on Tuesday as he scored 28 points on 12-of-16 shooting, along with four assists and 16 rebounds, earning him the prestigious Bill Russell NBA Finals MVP award. The Nuggets triumphed over the Miami Heat with a final score of 94-89, solidifying their place at the top.

Nikola Jokic was drafted by the Denver Nuggets in 2014 with their 41st pick, and since then he has only excelled in sports. Little did they know that this young boy would win them the finals one day. There is a fun story behind his drafting, so when the drafting was going on television, a commercial for Taco Bell appeared on the TV, and during that, he was drafted into the NBA. The same story also appears in the post shared by Johnson on his Twitter.

Michael Johnson’s Twitter Tribute

Johnson reposted a tweet on Tuesday from Front Office Sports, highlighting the inspiring journey of Nikola Jokic. Captioning the post with “Nikola Jokic. What a Story,” Johnson acknowledged the remarkable accomplishments of the Nuggets’ center.

Front Office Sports’ post delves into Jokic’s extraordinary journey, chronicling his love for horses and basketball from a young age. It also sheds light on his winning the MVP awards back to back in 2020-21 and 2021-22 seasons and his subsequent signing of the richest deal in NBA history. Jokic’s path to success is truly one-of-a-kind, captivating fans and sports enthusiasts alike. The convergence of American Olympian and NBA champion, two exceptional athletes from different disciplines, serves as Jokic’s impact on the world of basketball.

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Johnson’s appreciation for Nikola Jokic shows the Nuggets center’s rise to stardom and the impact he has made on the Denver Nuggets and the world of basketball.

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