As Nikola Jokic Assumes Coaching Responsibilities, Fans Are Left in Awe

After head coach Mike Malone was abruptly fired, the Denver Nuggets were already facing a difficult postseason run. Despite the fact that an interim coach is currently out, Nikola Jokic is still unquestionably the team’s real leader, and not just due to his ability to score goals.

Jokic once again showed why he is one of the most distinctive players the NBA has ever seen in Game 4 of their playoff matchup with the Los Angeles Clippers. In the midst of battle, Jokic assumed the position of a coach.

This is INSANE. The Nuggets fired Michale Malone and now Nikola Jokic really out here coaching the team LMAOO

Look how he’s making substitutions in real time. BRO DOING EVERYTHING pic.twitter.com/8Dyd4pUjEM

— Hater Report (@HaterReport_) April 27, 2025

During the third quarter, Joker was seen making live substitutions and coaching his squad without the use of a whiteboard.

Jokic literally going above and beyond to keep his squad alive was a unique and amazing sight. His leadership was quite successful. The Nuggets defeated the Clippers 101-99 to even the series at 2-2.

Fans were raving on social media about Jokic’s adoption of a real-time coaching position. The ease with which he transitioned from great player to floor general left many amazed.

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