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'Will keep watching you create history'- Tennis legend Novak Djokovic showers heartfelt praise for Nikola Jokic after missing out on MVP

Tennis legend Novak Djokovic showers heartfelt praise for Nikola Jokic after missing out on MVP (Image Source: Getty) Despite Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, who has been leading all news headlines winning the MVP award and beating the Denver Nuggets in the playoffs, Nikola Jokic still had an stunning season, with many fans believing Jokic, one of the best players in basketball, also deserved the MVP. Famous Serbian tennis star Novak Djokovic also came out in support of the NBA star. Here's what he said. Novak Djokovic praises Nikola Jokic Nikola Jokic averaged a triple-double and was second in the league in steals. Jokic was named to the All-NBA First Team again. After his strong season, famous Serbian tennis star Novak Djokovic, who holds the record for the most Grand Slam wins, sent a kind message to support Jokic. Djokovic, who is one of the greatest tennis players of all time, wanted to celebrate Jokic's hard work and success, showing pride in his fellow Serbian. He said: "Nikola, congratulations on another historic season. From our beloved homeland, Serbia, all the way to Denver, we are super proud of you in this new record-breaking season. You've broken so many records and made history once again." Further, Djokovic said: "Proving everybody wrong that you cannot go further than you have in the last 3-4 years, I'm always a big supporter of yours, and I'll keep on watching you make more history. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Cost Of Amusement Park Equipment From Mexico Might Surprise You - See Tips Amusement Park Equipment | search ads Click Here So congratulations, and keep it going." Shai Gilgeous Alexander leads All NBA-First Team Oklahoma City Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was named to the All-NBA First Team after winning the MVP award. He was joined by top players Nikola Jokic, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Jayson Tatum, and Donovan Mitchell. Also Read: Nikola Jokic Told Aaron Gordon To Sit Out, But The Forward Battled Through A Hamstring Injury In Game 7 Defeat This is Shai's third time on the first team. Jokic has now made the All-NBA list seven times, Giannis nine times, and Tatum five times. These awards celebrate the NBA's best players this season. Get IPL 2025 match schedules , squads , points table , and live scores for CSK , MI , RCB , KKR , SRH , LSG , DC , GT , PBKS , and RR . Check the latest IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap standings.