Why So Serious?

The Untold Story of NBA Champion Nikola Jokic

De: Mike Singer

Narrado por: Roger Wayne

“A deeply insightful and introspective look at arguably the best basketball player in the world.”—Jemele Hill

“This is a fantastic book. Mike Singer, through moments large and small, captures the unlikely journey of Nikola Jokic with detail and texture, and with a style that holds the reader’s attention and energy from start to finish.”—Bomani Jones

A revealing, intimate biography of basketball savant and enigmatic NBA superstar Nikola Jokic, filled with news-breaking interviews and deep reporting from Mike Singer, the Nuggets’ former beat writer for the Denver Post.

Why So Serious? takes readers on Nikola Jokic’s long, strange, and incredibly unlikely journey to becoming the heartbeat of the champion Denver Nuggets and the best basketball player on the planet. As he traces Jokic’s transformation from his humble beginnings in Sombor, Serbia, sports journalist Mike Singer captures the witty irreverence, unparalleled competitiveness, and slight mischievousness of the MVP fondly known as “The Joker.”

Behind his veiled public persona, who really is Nikola Jokic? Filled with exclusive, sure-to-be-headline-making interviews, including unique insights from Jokic himself, Why So Serious? delves deep into the soul of the mysterious center and reveals how the big man developed his relentless work ethic, exceptional court vision, and magical playing style that has redefined dominance in the NBA.

Yes!!!!

What a great story. Loved the journey. Amazing story even if you are not a Nuggets fan. What a success that may not have ever occurred. The growth to greatness was fantastic and engaging.

Jokic is a Great Player & Person

Nikola Jokic was already one of my top five all-time players and this book just furthered my respect & appreciation for him. Mike Singer did a great job showing the personal side of Jokic that we don't get to see. The book is very well written & laid out. I recommend the book for any basketball & NBA fan, but also for those who want to learn how to have a more calm & humble perspective on life.

Great anecdotes

Fun read with lots of great stories and super duper silly anecdotes. Wanted to just write “Good read,” but it said I have to type at least 15 words, so whatever.

GOAT

A well written book that’s full of insight to what made a legend. One of the greatest sports stories of all time.

Breaking stereotypes

Loved the story. Basketball in Serbia. Draft process. Training. Relationships with teammates and family. All wonderful. But I wondered if the reader has ever watched an NBA game. He managed to mispronounce Kobe Bryant’s name and a half dozen other player names.