Golden State Warriors Assistant Coach Dejan Milojevic Dies at 46

Renowned Serbian Player and Coach Remembered for His Influence on NBA Stars and Contributions to Basketball

Dejan Milojevic, a Golden State Warriors assistant coach and longtime Serbian player and coach, died after suffering a heart attack during a team dinner.
Milojevic was a significant figure in the basketball world, having produced 11 NBA players, including 2023 NBA Finals MVP Nikola Jokic, during his coaching career in the Adriatic League.
Milojevic was known for his positivity and was a calming presence in the pressure-packed league. He was also recognized as one of the best players in Serbia's history.
Milojevic had been an assistant coach with the Warriors since 2021 and was a key influence on the development of several players, including Denver Nuggets star Nikola Jokic.
In Serbia, fans have signed a petition to rename the Adriatic League's MVP award after Milojevic.