Nikola Jokic Named to Serbia's Preliminary Roster for Paris Olympics
The three-time NBA MVP's inclusion dispels doubts about his participation in the upcoming tournament.
- Jokic last competed for Serbia in the 2022 EuroBasket and missed the 2023 FIBA World Cup.
- Serbia's 16-man roster also features NBA players Bogdan Bogdanovic, Nikola Jovic, and Vasilije Micic.
- Serbia automatically qualified for the Olympics after winning silver at the 2023 FIBA World Cup.
- The Serbian team will face the United States in their first group stage game on July 28.
- Nuggets assistant coach Ognjen Stojakovic will join Serbia's coaching staff for the Olympics.