Nikola Jokic doesn’t always say much, but when he does, it’s usually in the most Jokic way possible-deadpan, honest, and just a little bit hilarious.
That was on full display during NBA All-Star Weekend, when the Denver Nuggets superstar was approached by a young fan from Texas with a very on-brand question for the Serbian big man: “What kind of horse should I get?”
Jokic, a known horse enthusiast with a deep love for racing and breeding, didn’t miss a beat.
“The best one, that’s a great idea,” he said, cracking a smile. “But I don’t know which one is the best one… the most expensive one probably, that’s going to be the best one (chuckles).”
It was classic Jokic-dry humor, delivered with a shrug, and somehow both insightful and evasive at the same time. That’s part of the charm.
While most MVPs might use the spotlight to talk brand deals or legacy, Jokic would rather talk about trotters and training schedules. Or, in this case, barely talk at all.
Despite his reserved demeanor, Jokic’s love for horses is no secret. It’s one of the few things we consistently hear about him outside of basketball-along with his affection for Serbian folk music and the now-legendary fact that he was drafted during a Taco Bell commercial.
But if fans were hoping for an in-depth breakdown of horse breeds or racing strategies, this wasn’t the moment. Jokic kept it light, which is pretty on par for a guy who seems to treat media obligations the same way he treats double-teams: with calm indifference.
That quiet personality has made Jokic something of an outlier in today’s NBA, where charisma and camera time often go hand-in-hand with superstardom. He’s not chasing headlines or trying to craft a narrative.
He just plays ball, takes care of his horses, and heads home. It’s that grounded, almost old-school approach that draws comparisons to players like Tim Duncan-another generational talent who let his game do the talking.
"I live in Texas, and I wanna get a horse, what horse should I get?"
— ClutchPoints (@ClutchPoints) February 14, 2026
Nikola Jokic: "The best one... the most expensive, probably that's gonna be the best one." 😅pic.twitter.com/OYx7ZoCKap
And Jokic’s game? It’s speaking volumes.
The reigning Finals MVP is once again putting together a season for the ages. He’s averaging a triple-double for the second straight year, leading the league in rebounds (12.3) and assists (10.7), while also pouring in 28.7 points per night. Those numbers alone would have him firmly in the MVP conversation-if not leading it-were it not for a knee injury that sidelined him for 16 games.
Still, there’s no denying his impact. On the court, Jokic is a maestro.
His vision, touch, and basketball IQ are unmatched at the center position. Off the court, he’s a low-key legend, content to keep his world small and his circle tight.
Whether he’s delivering no-look dimes or dry one-liners, he does it all with the same unbothered energy.
This weekend, Jokic will suit up for his sixth straight All-Star start, a testament to both his dominance and the respect he commands across the league. After that, it’s back to business. The Nuggets are very much in the thick of the Western Conference race, and with Jokic at the helm, they’ll be a problem for anyone come playoff time.
And when the season wraps? You already know where he’ll be-back in Serbia, surrounded by the horses he loves, far from the cameras, and exactly where he wants to be.
Nikola Jokic might be an enigma in interviews, but on the hardwood, there’s no mystery. He’s the best at what he does-on the court and, apparently, in the stable too.