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There's a reason they call it the city of mile-high dreams. Denver, home to the Nuggets, witnessed a jubilant celebration in the NBA finals that won't be forgotten anytime soon. The locker room walls echoed with the sound of popping champagne and raucous laughter after the team's players were awarded the championship trophy on court.
Jokic, the Center of Attention
The celebratory atmosphere in the locker room was positively electric, with every person in attendance, from players to cameramen, getting a good soak in the fizzy wine. At the center of it all was none other than Nikola Jokic, the Serbian center whose contributions to the team's victory were monumental.
Jokic, in the spirit of the celebration, attempted to join in on the champagne spraying. His efforts, however, were met with playful jibes as he grappled with an already-opened bottle. "You can tell that Jokic is not familiar with popping bottles," one person quipped, as Jokic stared at the champagne bottle with a puzzled expression.
You can tell that Jokic is not familiar with popping bottles? pic.twitter.com/r1s5UOVmWs — Hoops (@HoopMixOnly) June 13, 2023
A Historic Victory
But his unfamiliarity with champagne bottles doesn't extend to his prowess on the court.
In the decisive fifth game of the finals, Jokic led the Nuggets to a 94:89 victory, securing the first-ever NBA title in the club's history. Scoring 28 points and snagging 16 rebounds in this game alone, his performance was truly awe-inspiring.
Throughout the five final games, he maintained an astonishing average of 30.2 points, 14 rebounds, and 7.2 assists, making him a no-brainer for the Most Valuable Player (MVP) of the finals. He not only deservedly received the MVP trophy but also etched his name indelibly in the annals of NBA history.
Denver's historic win is a testament to the adage that teamwork makes the dream work, and their locker room celebrations embody the joy of a well-earned victory. And while Jokic may need a bit more practice opening champagne bottles, his mastery on the court is undoubtedly unmatched. From the Mile High City, Denver Nuggets have reached new heights, setting a high bar for the games to come.
