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Nikola Vucevic Retires From Montenegro After EuroBasket Exit

Montenegro now confronts roster gaps before November World Cup qualifiers.

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Apr 13, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Chicago Bulls center Nikola Vucevic (9) receives a pass against the Philadelphia 76ers in the first quarter at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Vucevic confirmed he is ending his international career following Montenegro’s 89-83 loss to Great Britain that ended their EuroBasket 2025 campaign.
  • He averaged 20.8 points, 11.6 rebounds and 4.4 assists at the tournament, highlighted by 23 points and 15 rebounds in a win over Sweden.
  • His national-team tenure covered five EuroBaskets and two FIBA World Cups, with 39 official FIBA games and career averages of 13.6 points and 7.8 rebounds.
  • He expressed disappointment with the exit, thanked teammates, coaches, the federation and fans, and said it is time for the next generation.
  • Head coach Bosko Radovic warned that NCAA-bound prospects could limit availability for the upcoming qualifiers, while Vucevic remains under contract with the Bulls and is set to reach free agency after the 2025-26 season.