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ANALYSIS: The Nuggets have a bit of a crowded front-court. but no one player has stood out as a counterpart to power forward Kenneth Faried. Second-year big man Nikola Jokic has the upside to win the starting center job, and has played very well as of late. In the eight games in which he has seen double-digit minutes, Jokic has averaged nine points and over five rebounds. He is strong rebounder and can block shots, but also has impressive offensive talent as a shooter with a soft touch, good footwork and deep range.
Jokic posted 23 points, 12 rebounds, three blocks and two steals on Wednesday against the Spurs. Dominant performances like this against a tough team prove that Jokic can play competitively at this level. He has an extremely high basketball IQ, which allows him to contribute in many different ways--including being an excellent passer. Jokic is worth an add in deep leagues, and if he does earn a starting job over the long-term, he will become a must-add in most leagues.
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