Danny Green Excludes Nikola Jokic from NBA Top 3 Players List
NBA superstar Nikola Jokic is losing ground in discussions about the league’s top players. Recently, Danny Green excluded him from his top three on the No Fouls Given podcast. Green named Giannis Antetokounmpo, Victor Wembanyama, and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander as his top picks.
Current NBA Player Rankings
Danny Green’s selection raised eyebrows among fans and analysts. He stated, “Giannis is in there, for me,” indicating that he believes the Milwaukee Bucks star deserves consideration. Green also pointed out Wembanyama’s remarkable performance at both ends of the court, contributing significantly to his ranking.
Impactful Player Statistics
Here are the current statistics of the mentioned players:
- Nikola Jokic (Denver Nuggets):
- Points: 20.3
- Rebounds: 14.5
- Assists: 11.3
- Steals: 2.0
- Blocks: 0.5
- Triple-doubles: 4 consecutive games
- Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (Oklahoma City Thunder):
- Points: 34.2
- Rebounds: 5.7
- Assists: 5.7
- Steals: 1.2
- Blocks: 1.3
- Victor Wembanyama (San Antonio Spurs):
- Points: 30.2
- Rebounds: 14.6
- Assists: 3.4
- Steals: 1.4
- Blocks: 4.8
- Giannis Antetokounmpo (Milwaukee Bucks):
- Points: 36.3
- Rebounds: 14.0
- Assists: 7.0
- Steals: 0.8
- Blocks: 1.3
- Shooting Percentage: 69.5%
Team Performance
As of now, the teams are performing at various levels:
- Oklahoma City Thunder: 6-0
- San Antonio Spurs: 5-0
- Milwaukee Bucks: 4-1
- Denver Nuggets: 3-1
While Jokic has an impressive triple-double record to start the 2025-26 season, his current scoring average reflects a different approach. Averaging 14.0 shots per game, he is focused on overall team performance rather than individual scoring.
Conclusion
The debate over the NBA’s top players continues. Each of the four—Jokic, Gilgeous-Alexander, Wembanyama, and Antetokounmpo—has a compelling case for inclusion in the top tier. Their performances will determine who will emerge as the standout stars as the season evolves.
