Nikola Jokic’s three-point touch opens the paint for Nuggets to attack

Nikola Jokic's three-point shot came back against the Lakers, and it opened up the paint in the process.

By David Decker · Nugg Love

Published: Saturday, 17 October 2026 at 7:00 PM

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David Decker argues Nikola Jokic's improved three-point shooting creates valuable paint spacing for the Denver Nuggets.
Jokic made 3-of-4 three-point shots in Denver's 121-106 preseason win over the Los Angeles Lakers.
The Nuggets scored 56 points in the paint after drawing Lakers center Walker Kessler away from the basket.

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Writer David Decker highlights that Nikola Jokic's revived three-point shooting helps open up the Denver Nuggets' offensive spacing. In a 121-106 preseason victory against the Los Angeles Lakers, Jokic made three of his four three-point attempts, forcing Lakers center Walker Kessler to defend the perimeter.

Decker notes that Jokic struggled from deep late last season while managing a wrist issue, but Denver capitalized on his restored shooting to score 56 points in the paint against Los Angeles.

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