After a lengthy break, the OKC Thunder returns to playoff basketball Monday with Game 1 of the Western Conference semifinals against the Denver Nuggets.

With three MVP awards (and counting), a ring, and a Finals MVP, Nikola Jokic is the greatest European NBA player of all time. In addition to the insane shooting numbers, elite rbeounding, and eye-popping passes, he stands out for bringing out the best in his teammates, and can be credited with creating and extending NBA careers.

Thunder veteran Alex Caruso says his team is up for the challenge against MVP Nikola Jokic and the Nuggets.