“He don’t know what he’s missing”: Fans troll Nikola Jokic after saying that he never tried Taco Bell

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If there's one thing that we love about the Joker himself, Nikola Jokic, is that he is undeniably funny with his observations and wit, making him one of the most well-loved NBA players in this era!

In a recent interview, Nikola Jokic revealed that he has never tried Taco Bell in his life. And the reason? It's because, during the 2014 NBA Draft, a Taco Bell commercial was shown when it was revealed that he is the 41st pick of the Denver Nuggets. Talk about trauma! (via X/@LegionHoops)


The Joker being a Joker: NBA Fans' Hilarious Reactions to his Taco Bell statement

Nikola Jokic's anecdote about him not eating Taco Bell sent the NBA fans in stitches, saying that Nikola Jokic doesn't know what he's missing and he needs to eat Taco Bell food NOW! (via X/@plart0)

NBA fans also poked fun at Nikola Jokic's story, saying that it wasn't Taco Bell's fault that their commercial was shown when he was being picked during the 2014 NBA Draft.

"Bro it wasn’t Taco Bell’s fault lmao!" - an NBA fan said (via X/@ErRoR_584)

Other NBA fans also made fun of Nikola Jokic's statement, saying that they are excited about a possible Nikola Jokic x Taco Bell commercial in the near future. (via X/@The_Land_CLE)

Denver Nuggets fans also commended Nikola Jokic, saying that his funny stories make him more legendary because what else is not to love about The Joker?

"Jokic’s humor and loyalty make this story even more legendary." - a Denver Nuggets fan added (via X/@AbhiVenture1507)

Others bet that in the next 3 years and because of his funny Taco Bell story, he will be the next spokesman of Taco Bell!

"Will be a Taco Bell spokesman in 3 years…" - another Denver Nuggets fan guessed (via X/@griffinaste)

Some Denver Nuggets also trolled Nikola Jokic, saying that his grudge against Taco Bell is unserious and hilarious.

"Jokic’s Taco Bell grudge is hilarious—legend status for holding that petty grudge against the Quesarito commercial!" - another Denver Nuggets fan remarked (via X/@ChinitoCrypto)

Fans also joked that the Taco Bell Draft Story of Nikola Jokic is part of his lore, making him a GOAT.

"It was part of the lore!" - a fan pointed out (via X/@thatisvantastic)

And finally, fans roasted Taco Bell, saying that if Nikola Jokic doesn't want them, they will not eat at Taco Bell, too!

"If my king doesn’t like Taco Bell, I don’t anymore." - another fan replied (via X/@thecarptain)

Nikola Jokic's Better Than Taco Bell Stats

Well, if Taco Bell is competing against Nikola Jokic's stats this season, they are losing by a mile!

Being the number 2 at the 2024-2025 NBA MVP race, The Joker is averaging 29.8 points, 12.6 rebounds, and 10.2 assists! Aside from his outstanding average, Nikola Jokic has 25 triple-doubles this season, making him an effective star player who doesn't take the job seriously and just having fun, especially during games.

Now that the Denver Nuggets stand at the third spot of the Western Conference with 37 wins and 20 losses, it goes to show that they are the team that is hard to beat especially when the Playoffs are getting near.


Nikola Jokic's undeniably funny stories and observations makes him a lovable NBA Player, and we're pretty sure that he will stay long enough in the league, sharing hilarious anecdotes after another.

Edited by Sugnik Mondal
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