In the wake of the stunning trade that sent Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers, Denver Nuggets star Nikola Jokic has voiced his opinion on the current state of NBA superstars.
Jokic bluntly suggested that many players have become too comfortable, and the recent trade serves as a wake-up call:
“It seems like nobody’s safe and it probably should be that way, you know.”
Nikola Jokic on the Luka Doncic trade:
“It seems like nobody’s safe and it probably should be that way, you know.” pic.twitter.com/sQnWCzrwJM
— DNVR Nuggets (@DNVR_Nuggets) February 4, 2025
His comments came after the Nuggets’ victory over the New Orleans Pelicans, where he also revealed that Doncic was taken by surprise by the trade. Jokic emphasized that the trade should motivate players to consistently perform at their best, as no one is untouchable anymore.
While Jokic’s viewpoint underscores the importance of performance, it also raises questions about the balance between player security and motivation. The NBA must navigate these dynamics carefully to ensure that both star players and role players feel valued and secure in their positions.