Denver Nuggets star Nikola Jokic is widely regarded as one of the best players in the NBA. Known for his exceptional on-court skills, Jokic is also celebrated for his off-court personality, being one of the funniest players in the league. He tends to stay out of the media spotlight and avoids getting involved in controversies.
Recently, Nikola Jokic has become even more elusive at the 2024 Paris Olympics. During the last few games, Jokic has not spoken with the media and has refused interviews. Reporters were especially keen to interview the Nuggets star after his key performance for Serbia in their close victory over Australia, with a score of 95-90 in overtime.
His Serbian teammate and Atlanta Hawks star Bogdan Bogdanovic spoke on Jokic’s behalf during the post-game interview. Bogdanovic explained that Jokic isn’t fond of talking to the media and would be fined for it in the NBA. However, in the Olympics, there are no such media rules that would penalize players for not attending post-game interviews.
He’s great, but he only likes to talk to me, you know that. In the NBA, if he doesn’t talk to media, he’ll get fined. But here (in the Olympics), there are no fines. So he says, ‘I don’t need to.’ No offense to you guys.
Bogdan Bogdanovic said during the presser
Serbia’s Bogdan Bogdanovic on why teammate Nikola Jokic hasn’t talked with the media at the Olympics: “He’s great, but he only likes to talk to me, you know that. In the NBA, if he doesn’t talk to media, he’ll get fined. But here (in the Olympics), there are no fines. So he says,…
— gary washburn (@GwashburnGlobe) August 6, 2024
Aside from basketball, Jokic loves spending time with his family and riding his horses. On the court, however, the Joker is one of the most lethal offensive weapons in the NBA. With an impressive scoring ability and exceptional playmaking skills, he is a key asset for the Serbian basketball team and is giving his all to win the gold medal.
Nikola Jokic stood on top against Australia in the quarterfinals
Nikola Jokic has already proved why he is such a great star in the NBA. In the same way, he showcased his greatness in the quarterfinals game against Serbia. In a close game, Serbia eventually came on top in the overtime with Jokic leading the charge.
Australia held a 24-point lead but managed to squander it by the end. Jokic was outstanding throughout the game on both ends of the floor, finishing with 21 points, 14 rebounds, 8 assists, and 4 steals. He also made a huge block and a key steal in overtime, provided a crucial assist, and hit some tough shots.
Serbia has eliminated Australia from the tournament and is now heading to the semifinals. It will be a tough road ahead, but with Jokic in the lineup, Serbia has nothing to fear.
