Nikola Jokić (born February 19, 1995) is a Serbian professional basketball player widely considered one of the greatest centers and most versatile offensive talents in NBA history. Playing for the Denver Nuggets since 2015, he has built a historic legacy after being selected 41st overall in the 2014 NBA Draft.
NBA Champion & Finals MVP (2023): Led the Nuggets to their first-ever NBA championship.
3× NBA Most Valuable Player (MVP): Won the league’s top individual honor in 2021, 2022, and 2024.
All-Star & All-NBA: An 8-time NBA All-Star (2019–2026) and 8-time All-NBA Team member, including 6 first-team selections.
Playmaking Records: Frequently cited as the best-passing center in basketball history, he holds numerous records for triple-doubles, notably breaking Wilt Chamberlain’s single-postseason triple-double record during the 2023 playoffs.
International Success: A key leader for the Serbian national team, earning an Olympic silver medal in 2016 and a bronze medal in 2024.
In his 11th NBA season, Jokić continued to dominate, earning honors as the 2025–26 NBA rebounding and assists leader. Across his career, he maintains impressive averages of 22.2 points, 11.1 rebounds, and 7.5 assists per game.