Overview

• Bogdanović pulled up on a fast break during Serbia’s win over Portugal, and scans reportedly showed a torn hamstring that ends his tournament.
• Before the injury, the captain was averaging roughly nine points, 3.5 rebounds and four assists, providing steady production and leadership alongside Nikola Jokić.
• Djokovic, speaking at the US Open, said he immediately contacted Bogdanović and emphasized patience and proper rest despite offering recovery suggestions.
• With Bogdanović sidelined, Serbia is expected to lean more on Jokić, who has already posted a 39-point game against Latvia during group play.
• EssentiallySports reports guard Vasilije Micić has returned after a brief rib injury against Czechia, with Serbia remaining undefeated in Group A and moving into the knockout stage.