Why So Serious?: The Untold Story of NBA Champion Nikola Jokic

4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars | 15 ratings

Price: 22.04

Last update: 12-13-2024


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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 listeners 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.


Top reviews from the United States

nancy hodges
5.0 out of 5 stars Great read!
Reviewed in the United States on December 11, 2024
Definitely recommend purchasing. Even if you aren’t a big sports fan, the story is inspiring and very well written!
Amazon Customer
5.0 out of 5 stars Great title
Reviewed in the United States on December 4, 2024
Great book. Loved hearing stories about young Nikola, and his path to NBA.
Lori
5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic!
Reviewed in the United States on December 12, 2024
As a diehard Nuggets fan, this book provided so much insight to the intangibles that had us fall in love with Joker yet never could verbalize. I could not put this book down. The pictures mid-book were a welcome surprise. Joker is even more endearing to me after reading this book! Thanks Mike Singer!
AAron D. Ontiveroz
5.0 out of 5 stars joker + singer
Reviewed in the United States on December 6, 2024
what a great read. been following mike singer’s work since he took over the nuggets beat in 2018. he’s a real ball knower and ultimate networker. these characteristics shine through all 350+ pages of the untold story of the most enigmatic nba superstar of all time.

this book is worth your time alongside other great nba books such as showtime, blood in the garden and the breaks of the game.
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AAron D. Ontiveroz
5.0 out of 5 stars joker + singer
Reviewed in the United States on December 6, 2024
what a great read. been following mike singer’s work since he took over the nuggets beat in 2018. he’s a real ball knower and ultimate networker. these characteristics shine through all 350+ pages of the untold story of the most enigmatic nba superstar of all time.

this book is worth your time alongside other great nba books such as showtime, blood in the garden and the breaks of the game.
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Lindsey G.
5.0 out of 5 stars Jokic the Joker!
Reviewed in the United States on December 5, 2024
Edited now that I'm finished:
Amazing story about Nikola Jokic and where he came from. Mike Singer did an amazing job compiling the stories, interviews, and evidence of the Joker. He took great care of Jokic and made sure to highlight the important things - Jokic's love for his family, his team, his hobbies and basketball. Definitely worth the read of you're interested in learning more about Jokic!

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