Jokić to Play in Final Regular Season Game, Securing MVP Eligibility
Nikola Jokić will play in the Denver Nuggets’ final regular season game against the San Antonio Spurs, ensuring he meets the NBA’s 65-game requirement for MVP and other end-of-season awards eligibility. Despite a right wrist injury, coach David Adelman confirmed Jokić will play at least the first half. The decision highlights the ongoing debate surrounding the league’s player availability rules.