Nikola Jokic’s talent already makes him one of the most versatile and impactful players in the NBA. The three-time MVP is a historically unique combination of size, strength, scoring, and vision. That is as perfect a package as can be. But can the Denver Nuggets get even more out of him? Some apparently believe they can unlock even more with a strategic tweak to their offensive approach.
And well, there appear to be some elite examples of how it has already worked before. Former players suggest that incorporating elements of Phil Jackson and Tex Winter’s triangle offense, a system that historically powered multiple championship cores, could allow Jokic to maximize his unique skill set and elevate the team’s scoring efficiency.
While Denver currently leans on pick-and-rolls and motion off