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ESPN’s Unwarranted Controversy Surrounding NBA Star Nikola Jokic

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By Web Desk Published June 20, 2023 2 Min Read
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As the Denver Nuggets achieved the coveted NBA Championship under the stellar leadership of Nikola Jokic, the victory has been tainted with controversies stirred by certain media outlets.

Jokic, with his extraordinary performance on the court, was instrumental in securing the Nuggets’ triumph over the Miami Heat in just five games. Yet, his exceptional skills have been unable to shield him from certain sections of the media seemingly motivated by divisive agendas.

Criticism on ESPN

ESPN, a major player in sports media, has recently faced heavy criticism for its allegedly racially biased content, specifically an article by William C. Rhoden about Nikola Jokic and Larry Bird. Many readers found the piece racially insensitive, with some even accusing Rhoden of race-grifting.

The article sparked outrage across the community, fueling concerns about double standards in editing practices.

Rhoden’s tweet drew considerable attention, suggesting that Jokic’s commendable performance wasn’t enough for him to be considered among the greatest players.

The statement ignited a wave of disagreement from fans who felt that the Serbian center was unfairly targeted due to his ethnicity.

Greatest of all time? Still mountains to climb https://t.co/ZoeHPuob3F

— William Rhoden (@RhodenRhoden8) June 5, 2023
Rhoden’s Controversial tweet

Accusations

The controversy has brought to light what appears to be a bias in Rhoden’s article. Rhoden, an African-American, appears to downplay the achievements of Jokic, a white basketball player.

The perception of bias, coupled with the seemingly premature judgment of Jokic’s skill and accomplishments, has resulted in widespread dissatisfaction among fans and other observers.

Rhoden’s contention with the supposed labeling of Jokic as the ‘GOAT’ (Greatest of All Time) has been called into question by Outkick.com.

ESPN argues that there are no real instances of Jokic being accorded this title, implying that Rhoden’s criticisms might be a fabrication to further his narrative.

The issue takes on an even graver tone, considering this is not an isolated incident. There have been reported instances of other African-American NBA reporters discrediting the Serbian center, adding another layer of complexity to an already delicate subject.

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