Nikola Jokić Plans To Sign Contract Extension and Stay With Nuggets

Nikola Jokić couldn’t carry the Denver Nuggets previous Golden State and into the second spherical of the playoffs, however the reigning MVP stated he needs to maintain making an attempt.

The seven-year veteran’s contract is up on the finish of subsequent season, however he’ll be eligible to re-sign on the supermax charge, which is estimated at $263 million per CBS Sports.

“I would love it. If the supply is on the desk, I’m going to simply accept it,” said Jokić after Recreation 5.

Jokić will make $33.6 million subsequent season and $117 million in estimated earnings over the primary seven years of his profession, which might take him over $400 million in profession earnings.

“We’ve got one thing that we’re constructing, and it truly feels fairly good,” stated the 6-11 heart.

Jokić averaged 27.1 factors, 10.4 rebounds, and 6.2 assists for the shorthanded Nuggets this season.

Denver (48-34) completed sixth within the Western Convention earlier than falling to the Warriors 4-1, regardless of lacking Jamal Murray and Michael Porter Jr. this season.

“I feel now we have expertise, now we have gamers, now we have items, now we have instruments,” stated Jokić, however he added till everyone seems to be wholesome and taking part in, they gained’t know their potential.

The Joker had 30 factors, 19 rebounds, and eight assists, and received slightly assist from DeMarcus Cousins, who chipped in a playoff career-high 19 factors, however Denver nonetheless fell brief 102-98.

“We fought. That’s crucial factor,” “They executed ultimately, and that’s why they’re the nice crew,” stated Jokić.

Following their win, the Warriors’ Draymond Inexperienced had nothing however reward for the four-time All-Star.

“I simply informed him, ‘Thanks for making me higher,’” Green said.  “It’s an honor and pleasure to play towards somebody so gifted and so expert. And normally, when you may have guys that gifted and that expert, they’re slightly mushy. He’s far, removed from mushy. He’s a completely unimaginable participant.”

The Warriors will play the winner of the Minnesota–Memphis collection subsequent.