Nikola Jokić Leads Nuggets to Game 4 Victory
5 Takeaways from Historic Playoff Performance
302 Points, 140 Rebounds, 72 Assists in 2023 Playoffs
Nikola Jokić's performance in Game 4 of the Western Conference semifinals against the Los Angeles Lakers was nothing short of historic. The Nuggets' star center put up a stat line of 30 points, 14 rebounds, and 7 assists, leading his team to a 113-111 victory and a 4-0 series sweep.
This performance adds to Jokić's already impressive playoff stats. In the 2023 playoffs, he is averaging 30.2 points, 14 rebounds, and 7.2 assists per game. He leads all players in the playoffs in points and rebounds, and is second in assists. Jokić's dominant play has been a major factor in the Nuggets' success this postseason.
Here are five takeaways from Jokić's historic Game 4 performance:
- Jokić is simply unstoppable in the paint. He has a unique combination of size, strength, and skill that makes him almost impossible to guard. He can score from anywhere in the post, and he is also a great passer out of the double team.
- Jokić's defense was also impressive in Game 4. He was able to contain Lakers star LeBron James for much of the night, and he also had a key block late in the game to help secure the Nuggets' victory.
- The Nuggets are a much better team when Jokić is playing well. He is the team's leader and best player, and he makes everyone around him better.
- The Lakers simply had no answer for Jokić in Game 4. They tried to double-team him, but he was able to find open teammates and make the right play. The Lakers also tried to post up James on Jokić, but Jokić was able to hold his own and prevent James from getting easy baskets.
- The Nuggets are now one win away from the Western Conference finals. They will have a chance to close out the series in Game 5 on Wednesday night.
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