LA Clippers star makes a strong Nikola Jokic statement

After failing to close out their home opener in their brand new arena last Wednesday, the Los Angeles Clippers were able to earn their first win of the season on Saturday against the Denver Nuggets and three-time MVP Nikola Jokic.

The Clippers put this game away with a score of 109-104, with Ivica Zubac, James Harden and Norman Powell making huge contributions. Zubac totaled 24 points, 15 rebounds, 4 assists and 1 block on 64% shooting.

On the other end, Jokic scored 41 points while shooting 7-12 from the three-point line. After the game, Clippers center Ivica Zubac opened up about the Nuggets star.

“He’s probably the best player in the league right now,” Zubac said. “It’s a challenge every night. Especially the coach lets me guard him one on one… Every possession is a mind game… It’s a challenge and I’m really looking forward to these games.”

Zubac averaged 11.4 points, 8.1 rebounds and 1.2 assists in the 17 games he played for the Clippers against Jokic. Meanwhile, Jokic has averaged 25.6 points, 12.7 rebounds and 7.5 assists in those same 17 games against Zubac. It only makes sense that the Clippers star would have so much praise for his counterpart.

Fans can watch these two centers battle again on December 1, 4:00 PM EST

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