When discussing the best players in the NBA today, Nikola Jokic is one of the first names that comes to mind. Unlike other stars, Jokic has a reputation for appearing disinterested in the game, seemingly playing more out of obligation than passion. Yet a former teammate with the Denver Nuggets has compared his work ethic and discipline to that of LeBron James.

Michael Porter Jr. recently spoke on the Glory Daze podcast with Johnny Manziel, reflecting on his time with the Nuggets and their playoff matchups against the Lakers. During the conversation, he opened up about what it was like playing alongside Jokic.

“I didn’t really know much about Nikola, honestly. I did not. And he wasn’t the superstar he is now when I first got drafted,” Porter Jr. said, recalling Jokic’s rookie season.

“I

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