Jokic is one of three players who are a finalist for the NBA's Most Valuable Player award.
The NBA released the results of voting for its individual awards on Sunday, with the expected names in the running for the marquee award.
Jokic ended Antetokounmpo's two-year reign last season and was as good this season. The NBA's leading scorer is hoping to join them in the club.
The winners of the awards will be announced.
The other candidates are:
The DEFENSIVE player of the year.
Marcus Smart is from Boston.
The coach of the year.
Monty Williams is from Phoenix.
The most improved player.
Ja Morant and Dejounte Murray are from San Antonio.
Return of the year.
Scottie Barnes, Evan Mobley, and Cade Cunningham are from Toronto.
The sixth man of the year.
Kevin Love is from Cleveland.
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