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Rudy Gobert: Nikola Jokic is the greatest offensive player I've ever guarded
TL;DR
Rudy Gobert stated that Nikola Jokic is the greatest offensive player he has ever guarded, emphasizing the challenge of making him work for his points. Gobert's defensive skills have been highlighted during the playoffs as he faces Jokic.
Key points
- Rudy Gobert calls Nikola Jokic the greatest offensive player he's faced.
- Gobert emphasizes the challenge of guarding Jokic.
- Jokic has struggled in recent playoff games.
- Gobert's defense is crucial for the Timberwolves' success.
Rudy GobertNikola JokicDenver NuggetsMinnesota Timberwolves
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Kevin O'Connor: Nikola Jokic is now 5/24 from 3 in the series. Huge issue for Denver: Jokic shot 32% from 3 ever since his return from injury in January. He was at 44% prior and 42% last year. No matter the cause of the huge decline, the end result is that the 3-pointer has abandoned him for months. It’s hurting the Nuggets offense since the Timberwolves can sag off Jokic to clog the paint. And Jokic isn’t making up for it since Rudy Gobert is also locking him down any time he’s inside and he’s making uncharacteristic sloppy passes. To make matters worse, he’s not getting stops on defense either. Hard to feel any good about Denver’s chances unless Jokic stops having the worst playoff series of his career. — 4/24/2026 x.com
Anthony Slater: Pretty gutty Game 2 win from the Timberwolves in Denver. Came from 19 down early. Responded to a Nikola Jokic surge late third quarter. Rudy Gobert was good on Gobert down the stretch. Anthony Edwards had 30 in 40 minutes on ailing knee. Series 1-1, shifts to Minnesota. — 4/21/2026 x.com
Q&A
What did Rudy Gobert say about Nikola Jokic's offensive skills?
Rudy Gobert described Nikola Jokic as the greatest offensive player he has ever guarded in his career.
How has Rudy Gobert performed against Nikola Jokic in the playoffs?
Rudy Gobert has effectively limited Nikola Jokic's scoring, with Jokic struggling to perform well in their recent playoff matchups.
What challenges does Gobert face when guarding Jokic?
Gobert aims to make Jokic work hard for his points, emphasizing the importance of earning every basket against him.
What are the implications of Jokic's recent performance for the Denver Nuggets?
Nikola Jokic's decline in shooting, particularly from three-point range, has negatively impacted the Nuggets' offensive effectiveness in the playoffs.
