No, Nikola Jokic is not the head coach of the Nuggets. But David Adelman’s encouragement of a communicative Jokic has helped get Denver to Oklahoma City for Sunday’s Game 7.

The Denver Nuggets picked up a huge win over the Oklahoma City Thunder on Thursday to force a Game 7. Three-time NBA MVP center Nikola Jokic is looking to bolst

Nikola Jokic is set to lead the Denver Nuggets in a crucial Game 7 against the Oklahoma City Thunder, with no injury concerns. Despite injuries to Tyson and Holmes, and Gordon being questionable, Jokic's availability is a major boost for Denver.