Renck: Jokic not in decline, but Nuggets' outlook less certain

Denver is 4-3 through seven games

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What happened: Troy Renck says Nikola Jokic is not in decline and will be fine, while casting doubt on where the Denver Nuggets are headed. Jokic is shooting 50.4% through seven games, his lowest field goal rate since 2017-18.

Why it matters: Jokic is averaging 23.4 points and 9.3 assists through seven games in 2026-27, and he went 13-of-19 in the win over Toronto. Renck separates his read on the player from his read on the roster around him.

By the numbers: Jokic through seven games in 2026-27: 23.4 points, 9.3 assists, 50.4% from the field. Nuggets record: 4-3.

What to watch: Denver faces Indiana on Saturday in Mexico City, with tipoff set for 2 p.m. ET on NBA TV.

Sources

@TroyRenck Nov 06, 2026 · 00:07 UTC

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Renck: Jokic not in decline, but Nuggets' outlook less certain

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