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Jokic

Unfortunately for Jokic and the Nuggets, Monday felt like the end of their second-round series against the Timberwolves in last year’s playoffs. The three-time MVP was outplayed by Karl-Anthony Towns, who recorded a line that included 30 points and 15 rebounds. As disappointing as Monday’s defeat was, it’s one game, and Jokic remains the best player in fantasy basketball.

Jokic’s streak of triple-doubles ended on Saturday, but there should be no doubt who the best player in fantasy basketball (and the NBA) is. He finished the rout two assists shy of a sixth straight triple-double and heads into Week 6 as the top-ranked player in fantasy basketball. The Nuggets have asked Jokic to shoulder an even heavier workload, and he’s answered the call. Denver plays three games in Week 6, beginning with the Knicks on Monday.

After missing their last three games, Jokic was back in full force on Friday. He recorded his fifth straight triple-double, and he scored at least 30 points in the final three. He was out of the lineup due to the birth of his son, but his time away from the team didn’t slow him down at all. Denver may not have been able to get the win, but Jokic continues to be the best player in fantasy basketball night in and night out. He’ll look to extend his triple-double streak on the second night of a back-to-back against the Lakers on Saturday.

Jokic has missed the team’s last three games after welcoming a newborn son on Thursday night. He’ll be back in his usual starting spot on the first night of a back-to-back, which will push Dario Saric back to the bench.

Jokic has missed their last three games, which has allowed Dario Saric to start in his place and for DeAndre Jordan to play a small role off the bench. However, if Jokic is back, both Saric and Jordan will lose the limited streaming value that they held.

Jokic will miss a third straight contest due to personal reasons. There have been no reports about a potential return date for the big man. Dario Saric will continue to fill in at center in the meantime. He posted a double-double against the Grizzlies in his last outing.

Jokic has missed Denver’s last two games, with Dario Saric filling the void in the starting lineup. Saric will be worth a look in deep leagues if the reigning MVP does not play, but he isn’t a must-stream player.

Jokic rarely misses games and is set to miss a second consecutive contest for reasons unknown. The three-time MVP remains the most dominant player in fantasy basketball, though. Dario Saric will likely remain in a starting role for Sunday.

Jokic did not play in Friday’s loss to the Pelicans, leading to Dario Saric moving into the starting lineup. Saric will get another start if the three-time MVP remains sidelined, and he’s worth streaming in deep leagues.

Jokic’s absence will mean increased playmaking responsibilities for Jamal Murray and Russell Westbrook. Zeke Nnaji and Deandre Jordan will presumably handle center duties, but it’s unclear who will start and see the most court time.