Denver Broncos coach Sean Payton attended a Denver Nuggets game and caught up with NBA coach Michael Malone before the Nuggets defeated the Indiana Pacers 125-116 on the road. Denver star center Nikola Jokić had another impressive performance with 19 assists in the win.

Nikola Jokić has vowed never to eat Taco Bell again due to an infamous incident during the 2014 NBA Draft. When Jokić was selected by the Denver Nuggets with the 41st pick, the announcement was overshadowed by a Taco Bell commercial.

Nikola Jokić moves ahead of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander at the top of the mix in an MVP Ladder filled with changes.

Star center Nikola Jokić, who is averaging a triple-double this season, has helped the Denver Nuggets win 18 of their past 23 games.

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All-world NBA superstar Nikola Jokic was once drafted during a Taco Bell commercial, and he hasn't forgotten about it since.

The just-turned 30-year-old technically sits fourth in the NBA in 3-point accuracy (44.9 percent), three slots behind Memphis Grizzlies marksman Luke Kennard (47.6 percent). But remember, Jokić’s full-court shots occur often — and they arrive with a certificate of authenticity.

Given his style of play, Nuggets coach Mike Malone believes Jokić can could last in the league at an elite level for a while. Pat Graham | The Associated Press Celebrate Nikola Jokić's 30th birthday with a look back at the top 30 plays of his career.

Nikola Jokić has long been considered one of the most unique players in NBA history and this season has been solidifying his status as a game-changer.

DENVER — The Denver Nuggets gathered around Nikola Jokić near the 3-point line Wednesday and belted out a rather off-key version of “happy birthday” in honor of him turning 30. Usually so ...