Nikola Jokic

Professional basketball player

Serbian Sombor, Serbia

Nikola Jokić announced in Belgrade, Serbia, on July 6, 2026, that he intends to delay signing a new contract extension with the Denver Nuggets until the following summer. The 31-year-old three-time MVP stated his plan is to re-sign next summer to secure an additional year of maximum salary, estimated around $80 million, while reaffirming his desire to spend his entire NBA career in Denver. Jokić currently has one guaranteed season remaining on his contract and a player option for the 2027-28 season, with league regulations allowing a four-year, $278 million extension now or a three-year, $214 million extension if he exercises his player option.

Nikola Jokić was confirmed to play for the Denver Nuggets in their February 4, 2026 game against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden. He was not listed on the team's injury report following a knee sprain that had sidelined him earlier in January, with team sources expressing optimism about his return by mid-February. His return provided stability to Denver's lineup as the team managed other injuries during the season.