Nikola Jokic Targets Return by Late January

Nikola Jokic has resumed on-court workouts and is ahead of schedule in his recovery from a knee injury, with a late January return expected, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. Jokic has not played since December 29 due to a bone bruise but avoided surgery. If he plays at least 65 games, he remains a strong MVP candidate this season, averaging 29.6 points, 12.2 rebounds, and 11.0 assists. The Denver Nuggets sit third in the Western Conference despite injuries to key players, maintaining a 6-3 record without Jokic.

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