Nuggets coach: Jokic’s outstanding performance in back-to-back games is because he used his rest time to properly maintain his body
6686 Sports News on November 13. In a regular season that ended today, the Nuggets defeated the Clippers 130-116 in back-to-back games on the away team.
In this game, Jokic played 34 minutes, making 18 of 23 shots, 5 of 6 three-pointers, 14 of 16 free throws, scoring 55 points, 12 rebounds and 6 assists, with a plus-minus value of +28.
After the game, Nuggets coach Adelman talked about how Jokic performed well in back-to-back games.
"I think that's what he prepares for every day. He has two days off and he uses that time to take good care of his body so that he can get out there efficiently and quickly and then rest his feet. That allows him to be an efficient player and Every night.
Like I always talk about practice and player development and all those things, the way he played today is the way he practiced and that's what led to this performance.
Since November, Jokic has averaged 35.8 points, 12 rebounds and 11 assists per game. His three shooting percentages are 74%/56%/86% respectively. The actual shooting percentage is 83%. The Nuggets have a record of 6 wins and 0 losses.