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The Nuggets’ Secret Draft Pick | Denver Nuggets News
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- Sep 5, 2026
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Summary
When the Nuggets drafted Nikola Jokic in the second round of the 2014 NBA Draft—during a Taco Bell commercial—most thought he was a fluke. But assistant coach Ognjen Stojakovic saw something rare, comparing him to Steve Nash, Dirk Nowitzki, and Pau Gasol. Jokic’s passing vision, scoring prowess, and rebounding dominance mirror those legends—even outperforming them in key areas. What started as a gamble turned into a franchise-altering discovery: the Nuggets didn’t just get a player—they got an all-time great who rewrote their destiny. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/d7671c73f12e6997