All eyes are on school basketball this month, and Michigan’s Danny Wolf is on the focus, as he is being in comparison with none aside from three-time MVP Nikola Jokić.
“He’s most likely one of the best basketball participant on the earth proper now, and to be in comparison with an NBA legend is kind of cool,” Wolf stated. “It means nothing that folks suppose we play alike, however he is very enjoyable to observe.”
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Often called the “Faculty Jokić,” the 7-foot middle has impressed NBA scouts together with his distinctive talent set, together with spectacular ball dealing with, passing, and three-point capturing, resulting in his double-double common this season.
“After all, I attempt to take little suggestions out of his recreation,” Wolf stated. “I am extra of a flexible massive man. Coach Might and the workers right here have actually put me in positions to place that on show and facilitate for my teammates.”

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Wolf’s efficiency is elevating his profile forward of the NBA Draft, however for now, his fundamental focus is on Michigan’s upcoming March Insanity run. The crew, recent off a Large 10 match championship, is gearing up for his or her first match recreation towards UC San Diego, with the matchup happening at Ball Enviornment in Denver — dwelling to the Denver Nuggets, the place Wolf’s “Faculty Jokić” narrative feels significantly becoming.