Quick Info
| Profession | Professional basketball player |
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| Nationality | Serbian |
| Date of Birth | 19/02/1995 |
| Age | 31 years |
| Birthplace | Sombor, Serbia |
Latest News about Nikola Jokic
06/07/2026
Nikola Jokić said in Belgrade that he intends to wait until next summer to sign a new contract extension with the Denver Nuggets. He said the delay is aimed at securing a longer, more lucrative deal while still wanting to spend his entire career in Denver.
04/02/2026
Nikola Jokić was expected back in the Denver Nuggets lineup for their February 4, 2026 game against the New York Knicks after recovering from a knee sprain. He had not been listed on the injury report, and his return helped stabilize Denver during a stretch of injuries.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Nikola Jokić |
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| Nicknames | The Joker |
| Known For | Center for the Denver Nuggets and one of the most versatile players in NBA history |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 6 ft 11 in |
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| Weight | 284 lbs |
| Position | Center |
| Jersey Number | 15 |
Personal Life
| Interests | Horse racing |
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| Spouse | Natalija Jokić |
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Career
| Current Team | Denver Nuggets |
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| NBA Draft | 2014 NBA Draft, 2nd round, 41st overall pick by the Denver Nuggets |
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| Contract Status | One guaranteed season remaining; player option valued at $62.8 million for 2027-28 season; eligible for max extension in July 2026 |
Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/nikolajokic15/ |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. He was interested in horse racing as a teenager. | |
| 2. He is widely regarded as one of the best passing centers in basketball history. | |
| 3. He prefers to delay contract extensions to secure higher maximum salary years. | |
| 4. He has expressed a desire to spend his entire NBA career with the Denver Nuggets. |