Nuggets revealed that Nikola Jokic will miss at least four weeks of playing time, with a result, the superstar will likely miss all 18 games in January due to a left knee hyperextension, limiting him to a maximum of 64 games this season. This absence could make him ineligible for major NBA awards such as MVP or All-NBA honors, with a return before January 31 appearing highly unlikely.
Denver Nuggets superstar Nikola Jokic faces a major setback after being diagnosed with a hyperextension in his left knee. The team revealed that he will miss at least four weeks of playing time. With Denver scheduled for 18 games in January, it is very likely that Jokic will miss the entire month.
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If he sits out all January games, the maximum number of contests he could play this season drops to 64, too few to qualify for major NBA awards such as MVP or All-NBA honors.
To be eligible for the NBA's end-of-season honors, a player must appear in at least 65 regular-season games
While a return for the January 31 game against the Brooklyn Nets is theoretically possible, that scenario appears highly unlikely.
Jokic suffered the injury in the final seconds of the first half against the Miami Heat and did not return after halftime. Before exiting, he had already put up 21 points, eight assists, and five rebounds in just 19 minutes.
Currently with averages of 29.9 points, 12.4 rebounds, and 11.1 assists per game, Jokic is having another standout campaign.
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