In the midst of chaos following a surprising coaching shake-up, the Denver Nuggets' superstar center, Nikola Jokic, is reportedly on track to ink a jaw-dropping $212 million contract extension with the team.

According to insiders at ESPN, Jokic is in line to sign a lucrative three-year deal during the offseason, and the buzz around the NBA suggests it’s a done deal.

This three-time NBA MVP is making waves again this season, boasting a career-best average of 29.8 points, 12.8 rebounds, and 10.2 assists per game. If he maintains these staggering numbers in the final two games, he could join the elite club of players who have averaged a triple-double for an entire season—an exclusive group that includes legends Oscar Robertson and Russell Westbrook.

Despite Jokic's exceptional performances, the Nuggets are currently sitting at fourth in the Western Conference with a record of 48-32. However, the competition is tight, with the teams ranked 4th to 8th just a game apart, making their position precarious as they strive to avoid the play-in tournament.

The team's recent decision to part ways with head coach Michael Malone—just four games before the regular season wraps up—added to the surprises of the season. This move raised eyebrows, especially considering the Nuggets are less than two years removed from capturing their first NBA championship.

Most of their key championship roster, including Jokic, Jamal Murray, and Aaron Gordon, is still intact, yet the loss of significant contributors like Kentavious Caldwell-Pope and Bruce Brown hasn’t been easy to overcome.

Despite the challenges, it’s hard to see Jokic stepping away from a staggering contract extension. With the promise of new leadership on the horizon, discussions about hiring a new head coach and general manager could sway his decision.

For Jokic, the prospect of nearing a 50-win season could feel disappointing, but it's a luxury many teams would envy. As long as he’s on the court performing at this level, the Nuggets will remain contenders. Securing his future with the franchise this summer is crucial.