Sam Amick on Nikola Jokic’s MVP win, JJ Redick’s coaching candidacy

May 9, 2024, 8:45 AM

DENVER, COLORADO - MAY 06: Nikola Jokic #15 of the Denver Nuggets shoots during the first quarter i...

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Now that Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic is a three-time NBA MVP winner, what does that mean for his legacy?

The Athletic’s Sam Amick joined The Carmichael Dave Show with Jason Ross on Thursday morning to explain why he feels good about giving his first-place vote to Jokic, contemplate how long Patrick Beverley will be suspended for throwing a ball at fans in the stands, and much more.

Plus: Sam thinks that JJ Redick’s candidacy to become head coach of the Los Angeles Lakers is “real.”

Topics Discussed: Nikola Jokic, JJ Redick & NBA Playoffs

Sam and the guys break down his interaction with T-Wolves star Anthony Edwards
How fun is Edwards, who is becoming a superstar this postseason, to cover as a journalist?
Minnesota’s defense has taken Denver out of this series early
“They are not carrying themselves like champions.” – Sam on the Nuggets
Domantas Sabonis finished 12th for Defensive Player of the Game and 8th for NBA MVP
Nikola Jokic takes home his third MVP award
What will Jokic’s third MVP do for his legacy?
How long will Patrick Beverley be suspended for his recent antics?
Sam says he thinks PatBev will be suspended for five games, while Dave thinks the suspension will hit double-digits
“I was not surprised with any of this stuff. I just don’t like the way that he carries himself.”
The Indiana Pacers have taken issue with how their series vs. the Knicks has been officiated
Thoughts on Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle’s “small markets deserve an equal shot” quote.
Did the NBA miss the mark on punishing Nuggets guard Jamal Murray for throwing a heating pack on the floor?
Diving into some coaching searches around the league
Sam says that JJ Redick’s candidacy to become the Los Angeles Lakers’ head coach is “real.”

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