{
  "id": 12101813,
  "title": "‘WHAT ON EARTH,’ ‘Greatest Pass I’ve Ever Seen’ — NBA World in Awe As Nikola Jokić Drops ‘ABSURD’ No-Look, Behind-the-Back Dime vs. Jazz",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/05/what-on-earth-greatest-pass-ive-ever-seen-nba-world-in-awe-as-nikola",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-05T07:35:10.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/earth-greatest-pass-ve-ever-073510672.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Nikola Jokić's dazzling passing ability took center stage early in the Denver Nuggets' preseason opener against the Utah Jazz. The three-time MVP displayed his exceptional skills with a no-look, behind-the-back pass to forward Cameron Johnson, leaving fans worldwide in awe. Jokić's highlight assist wowed the NBA world following a turbulent offseason for the Nuggets, which included trading away Tim Hardaway Jr. and Peyton Watson. Despite playing a limited role in the game, Jokić provided seven assists, including the unforgettable dime pass that sparked a wave of reactions on social media. NBA analysts and fans alike marveled at Jokić's extraordinary talent, with one even declaring it \"the greatest pass I've ever seen.\"",
  "summary": "Nikola Jokić wasted no time reminding NBA fans of his dazzling passing chops during the Denver Nuggets’ preseason opener against the Utah Jazz. Early in the tune-up contest, the three-time MVP dropped a no-look, crosscourt, behind-the-back dime to forward Cameron Johnson, leaving the NBA world raving.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}