NEW MOON: Fans compete to create Jokic memes after Nuggets star wore Gru outfits in win over Lakers

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Nikola Jokic arrived in character for a first-round playoff game Saturday night.

That character was “Gru,” the protagonist from the “Despicable Me” movies.

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Jokic, the two-time NBA MVP for the Denver Nuggets, wore a similar outfit and signature wrap-around striped scarf as “Gru.” It was a hit on social media, with the Nuggets posting, “going to play basketball or going to steal the moon?”

Amd fans have embarked on a meme-making frenzy. Social media platforms are now inundated with hilarious Jokic-themed memes, showcasing his uncanny resemblance to the iconic character.

Lakers hit with hilarious Gru trolling after Nuggets, Nikola Jokic made them their Minions

These passionate fans are competing to create the wittiest and most amusing memes, showcasing their love for both Jokic’s on-court prowess and his playful spirit off the court. It’s a lighthearted celebration that highlights the camaraderie between athletes and their devoted fans.

The outfit appeared to be a tease to his appearance in a promotion for “Despicable Me 4,” where he seeks therapy because the Minions think he’s their boss.

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