NBA 2018-19: 3 Talking points from Denver Nuggets vs Dallas Mavericks

#1 Nikola Jokic is making his case for the MVP title this season

Denver Nuggets are powered by a Jokic powered engine this season

Nikola Jokic has been the star this season for a Denver Nuggets team that really needed one to step up. After his alright season last year, where he could not get himself going, Jokic has been playing lights out.

He has been so good this season that it has catapulted him into the MVP conversation. When he isn't scoring, he is creating for his teammates, he can rebound and hit the 3 accurately for a big man.

He has been averaging 20.4 points, 10.7 rebounds and 7.7 assists a game, which is amazing for a big man. He was the same player against the Mavericks, narrowly missing a triple-double, scoring 19 points, 13 rebounds and 8 assists along with a steal to round his night up with a win.

Jokic has been brilliant for the Nuggets and most of their playoff run depends on how well he continues playing for them.