"PJ's gnawing on Kobe tonight brought us energy," he set the best example for our role players."
"Nikola." After commenting on several people, Malone called Jokić's name and then picked up the chain in his hand.
"This is yours now."
Jokić got up, looking confused.
"Being able to stretch the floor, punish in the post, and make some brilliant passes, not to mention that block on LeBron and the and-one, you were our key man tonight."
It was only when Malone reached this point that the players realized what the big gold chain was for, followed by a chorus of cheering.
Jokić walked over to receive it with a slightly shy expression.
After receiving the chain, he seemed to feel the weight was off and took a closer look at it in front of his eyes.
Once seated, he turned and quietly said to Hansen, "It's plastic."
"It has to be returned." Jokić was so straightforward, and Hansen reminded him just as honestly.
It was just a form of public praise, used for team atmosphere.
