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Three Kings of the Court Preview | Tuesday, December 23
Leaders in projected points, rebounds & assists totals
- TBD — Check back early Tuesday!
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Jeff’s King of the Court Picks for Tuesday, December 23
Nikola Jokic
On a massive slate with multiple stat-stuffing machines, it’s a good thing three players can claim the crown.
When you think of PRA, you think of two names. One of them is the next player to appear among my picks, and the other is Nikola Jokic. After a somewhat slow scoring start to the season, the Joker is now just .2 points away from averaging a career high with 29.4. He’s on track to average his second straight triple-double, putting up 12.1 rebounds and 10.7 assists per contest.
Jokic has seen a usage rate north of 40% in two of his last four outings. In a battle against Anthony Davis, he should be quite busy.
Luka Doncic
At the time of this article’s publication, Doncic’s status is up in the air due to a calf contusion. However, if L.A.’s superstar does suit up, he has to be in consideration.
Luka has already won King of the Court three times this year (twice as my pick). Earlier this season, if he was suiting up on a Tuesday, it was already virtually a wrap. The statistical anomaly is leading the league in points per game with 34.1, also averaging 8.8 assists and 8.6 rebounds.
Even with LeBron James back in the equation, Doncic has seen a staggeringly high usage rate. If he’s available, his hot streak should keep on rolling.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander
This is a mini revenge spot for SGA, who I think is overdue to claim the KOTC crown. OKC lost their last outing against San Antonio, and it’s clear there’s something personal between the Thunder and Victor Wembanyama. After Wemby won the first battle, the reigning MVP will certainly look to put his stamp on the next matchup.
In fact, the Thunder are looking to right the ship in general. After winning 25 of their first 26 games, OKC has dropped two of their last four.
SGA is a volume scorer capable of producing solid value in the rebounds and assists departments. With three spots up for grabs, he should vie for one of them.
Past King of the Court Winners
October 21: Luka Doncic (64 points, rebounds and assists) — JEFF’S PICK
October 28: Tyrese Maxey and Giannis Antetokounmpo (52 points, rebounds and assists) — JEFF’S PICK
November 4: Josh Giddey (56 points, rebounds and assists)
November 11: Nikola Jokic (57 points, rebounds and assists) — JEFF’S PICK
November 18: Luka Doncic (52 points, rebounds and assists)
November 25: Luka Doncic (65 points, rebound and assists) — JEFF’S PICK
December 2: Anthony Edwards (53 points, rebounds and assists)
Those are my King of the Court picks and preview for Tuesday, December 23! Stay tuned for more picks every week!
