Danilo Gallinari discusses early career impressions of Nikola Jokic

Danilo Gallinari recently reflected on his time as a teammate of Nikola Jokic in Denver, noting that he recognized the future three-time MVP as a great player early in his development. Gallinari spent six and a half seasons with the Nuggets and cited his 2013 ACL injury as a significant moment that altered the team’s postseason trajectory. Beyond his tenure in Denver, Gallinari addressed his career trajectory, including the trade that sent him to the New York Knicks and his subsequent stint with the Oklahoma City Thunder. He noted that he observed superstar potential in Shai Gilgeous-Alexander during their time together in Oklahoma City. Currently, Gallinari lists Stephen Curry, Kevin Durant, LeBron James, Anthony Edwards, and Nikola Jokic among his top five active NBA players.

• 3:29 AMYahoo Sports — Danilo Gallinari on playing with young Nikola Jokic: I didn't know he was gonna be three-time MVP, but I knew he was gonna be a great player