Caitlin Clark called Nikola Jokic her favorite player and the best in the world after Sunday's Nuggets-Warriors game, prompting the Serbian star to smirk and reveal they share the same agent.

Jokic backed up Clark's praise with a dominant 25-point, 15-rebound, eight-assist performance in Denver's 116-93 win over Golden State. The agent link suggests Clark's comments were strategic, though Jokic's stats cemented his MVP-level status. The Nuggets remain atop the Western Conference standings with this victory.

Jokic's agent connection with Clark, a rising WNBA star, adds a curious off-court dimension to their on-court rivalry. His performance keeps him atop MVP discussions while the Warriors' playoff hopes hinge on closing this gap.