NBA 2018-19: 3 Talking Points from Denver Nuggets vs Golden State Warriors

#2 Nikola Jokic fails to show up

Nikola Jokic against Klay Thompson

Nikola Jokic has been the driving force for the Nuggets' success this season. He has been putting up MVP caliber displays in every game, but in this crucial outing against the Warriors, Jokic was a non-factor.

Jokic played 27 minutes in the match and ended the game with only 10 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists on 4-10 shooting from the field. He was also guilty of turning the ball over far too many times which didn't allow the Nuggets to gain any momentum in this match.

Jokic has been averaging 20 points, 11 rebounds and 7 assists per game for the season. He has been sensational for the Nuggets, producing clutch displays in big games, but he simply didn't turn up on the night. Jokic has become one of the best big men in the NBA and the Nuggets will rely heavily on him if they want to make a strong push for the championship.