"Jokic backed down Wembanyama, then faked a pass to Christian Braun, before quickly unleashing his patented 'Sombor Shuffle' for an 11-foot stepback jumper over the outstretched hand of the 7-foot-5 Frenchman."
"He's obviously the catalyst to make you pay for any subtle mistake or slippage. He has all the tricks, the counters and the skills to make you pay."
Nikola Jokic scored 40 points, leading the Denver Nuggets to a 136-134 overtime victory against the San Antonio Spurs, ending their 11-game winning streak. Jokic showcased his skills with an 11-foot stepback jumper and a floater over Victor Wembanyama in the final moments. This performance marked Jokic's third career game with at least 40 points, 10 assists, and 3 blocks. The game attracted a sellout crowd, highlighting the excitement surrounding these two MVP candidates.
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