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Every time Jokic bests the Lakers, it seems he doesn't merely take away a win; he substantially diminishes their spirit. This emotional aspect plays into the way the Lakers face their rivals. There have been moments when the expectations for a Lakers resurgence were crushed by Jokic's extraordinary contributions against them, such as during significant milestone events for LeBron James. These instances serve as reminders that not only does Jokic own the Lakers record-wise, but he also possesses an undeniable psychological edge that further fuels the rivalry.