Nikola Jokic

Nikola Jokić, born February 19, 1995, is a Serbian professional basketball player who plays center for the Denver Nuggets in the NBA. Known as “the Joker,” he is celebrated as one of the greatest centers in basketball history and is often cited as the best draft steal ever. A six-time NBA All-Star, Jokić has earned All-NBA Team honors six times, including four first-team selections. He won the NBA MVP Award in 2020–21, 2021–22, and 2023–24. Jokić also represents Serbia internationally, securing a silver medal at the 2016 Summer Olympics and a bronze at the 2024 Olympics.

Personal Information

Full Name: Nikola Jokić (Српски: Никола Јокић)

Date of Birth: February 19, 1995

Age: 29 years old

Birthplace: Sombor, Serbia, FR Yugoslavia

Nationality: Serbian

Height: 6 feet 11 inches (2.11 meters)

Weight: 284 pounds (129 kilograms)

Position: Center

Current Team: Denver Nuggets in the NBA

Nickname: “The Joker”

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