Nikola Jokic Injury Revealed & Players With Most At Stake in 2026

Nikola Jokic’s knee injury rocks the Denver Nuggets—can Jamal Murray and Aaron Gordon keep their championship hopes alive? With Jokic sidelined, Wes Goldberg, Matt Moore, and Haize break down how Denver’s playoff seeding, Western Conference matchups, and Murray’s leadership take center stage. Can the Nuggets withstand an identity shift, or will their offense struggle without their MVP?

The conversation heats up with bold takes on which NBA stars—Trae Young, Jalen Brunson, Kevin Durant, and Giannis Antetokounmpo—face the most at stake in 2026. Plus: LeBron James turns 41 amid his lowest All-Star vote returns in years. Will this be a motivator or just another NBA headline? Don’t miss the analysis on playoff implications, superstar legacies, and the ever-changing balance of power in the NBA.

0:00 – Jokic Injury Impact

11:35 – Most at Stake 2026

22:22 – LeBron’s All-Star Status

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