Nikola Jokic Draws Giannis Antetokounmpo Comparisons After Viral Block Against Australia In Paris Olympics

Star athletes tend to draw comparisons with one another because they share similarities in their playstyles. But there are times when players get likened to those they would least expect.

Nikola Jokic was the next case of this scenario. He is known for his elite basketball IQ, shot-making, and passing abilities. What he is also known for is being unathletic, as his size prevents him from being fast despite his efforts in improving his conditioning year after year.

It's why fans got bewildered when during Serbia's quarterfinal matchup with Australia in the Paris Olympics, Jokic stayed on his opponent and blocked the shot attempt with such quick speed that had people believe he was Giannis Antetokounmpo for a moment.

Quite the ironic comparison to make, considering that Antetokounmpo is known for his remarkable athleticism at his size, which allows him to be excellent two-way star.

On the other hand, Jokic has shown quite frequently that he is capable of making clutch plays at both ends of the court when it matters most. He proved that by putting up a double-double performance of 21 points and 14 rebounds to lead Serbia to a 95-90 victory over Australia in overtime.

Here are some of the reactions fans had towards the block:

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