Overview
- Van Gundy made the claim on Zach Lowe’s podcast, arguing Jokic belongs at the very top of GOAT conversations.
- He framed his view around the evolution of athletes, saying many of the greatest players have emerged in the past 20 years.
- Jokic is averaging 29.6 points, 12.8 rebounds and 11.1 assists with elite shooting splits, according to The Sporting News.
- Denver is 13-4 after a road win over Memphis, where Jokic logged another triple-double and set up a late Peyton Watson layup.
- Some analysts still point to Jokic’s single championship as a counter in GOAT debates, while others suggest his current form could position him for a fourth MVP if sustained.