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Serbia hopeful to have Nikola Jokic at FIBA EuroBasket 2025

2025-04-11

Silver at FIBA World Cup 2023, bronze at the Paris Olympics last summer, and gold at FIBA EuroBasket 2025? That's the goal set for Serbia. The ambition is clear, but there's one crucial condition—players must stay healthy. Though, EuroBasket fans can likely expect to see three-time NBA MVP Nikola Jokic competing for Serbia.
Bogdanovic on Serbia’s bronze celebration: 'We wanted to be historically drunk'

2025-02-19

Serbian basketball star Bogdan Bogdanovic opened up about the team’s unforgettable celebration after winning the bronze medal at the 2024 Olympics. In the new documentary "Court of Gold", Bogdanovic reflected on the team’s wild celebrations, emphasizing that they wanted to fully embrace the historic moment.
Inside 'Court of Gold': Netflix docuseries exposes Serbia's struggles against Durant

2025-02-19

Netflix’s new documentary series 'Court of Gold' has captivated basketball fans with its behind-the-scenes look at the 2024 Paris Olympics. It's a retelling of Team USA's journey to gold, offering previously untold stories surrounding the US squad, France, and Serbia, among others.
Injury concerns for Aleksej Pokusevski, surgery not ruled out

2025-02-18

Serbian national team coach Svetislav Pesic has assembled his squad at the Aleksandar Nikolic Hall as they prepare for their final FIBA EuroBasket 2025 Qualifiers against Finland and Georgia. With Serbia already qualified, Pesic has taken the opportunity to invite some younger players to the team. However, not all of them are available.
Kevin Durant calls out Serbia: 'They can't even compete with us'

2025-01-19

While some believe the gap between the NBA, Team USA, and the rest of the world is narrowing, Phoenix Suns superstar Kevin Durant strongly disagrees. "Hell nah. Of course not," Durant said on the Out of the Mud podcast when asked if the world would ever catch up to the USA in basketball.
Andrej Stojakovic denies Pesic statements about playing for Serbia

2024-12-22

The Stojakovic family has firmly denied reports that Andrej Stojakovic has decided to play for Serbia’s national team. Following an announcement from Serbia’s head coach Svetislav Pesic, the family clarified through the Greek portal SPORT24 that the claim is untrue.
Andrej Stojakovic has decided to play for Serbia, Pesic says

2024-12-21

Predrag Stojakovic's son, Andrej, has opted to play with Serbia, according to the national team's head coach Svetislav Pesic. The veteran tactician was hosted on the 'Kida Show' and revealed that the son of one of the greatest Serbian basketball players will follow in his father's footsteps. "He has decided, as far as I know, to play for the Serbian national team," coach Pesic said.
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Svetislav Pesic reacts to major EuroBasket upset

2022-09-11

Serbian national team head coach Svetislav Pesic addressed the biggest upset of the EuroBasket 2022, with his team failing to advance through Italy in the Round of 16, 86-94. This loss marks a difficult stretch for the Serbian national team. Serbs were eliminated in the World Cup 2019 quarterfinals, didn't make the Tokyo Olympics last year, and now didn't get through the EuroBasket Round of 16.
Nikola Jokic efforts not enough as Italy pulls off incredible upset against Serbia

2022-09-11

Italy served one of the most surprising results at EuroBasket 2022 by eliminating favorites Serbia with Nikola Jokic in front, 94-86 (20-28, 25-23, 21-17, 28-18). Italy will meet France with Rudy Gobert and Evan Fournier in the EuroBasket quarterfinals.
EuroBasket 2022 playoffs live: Italy eliminates Nikola Jokic, Serbia from EuroBasket

2022-09-11

These European powerhouses have only faced each other eight times in major competitions, including Serbia's 83-67 quarter-finals win at FIBA EuroBasket 2017. The Italians won for the first time at the FIBA Olympic Qualifying Tournament 2020 in Serbia, surprising the OQT hosts 102-95 in the final to reach the Tokyo Olympics.
Nemanja Nedovic flies to Madrid to undergo treatment

2022-09-10

Serbia will face Italy in probably the most anticipated matchup of the Round of 16 on Sunday. Head coach Svetislav Pesic's roster will not be full, though, as Nemanja Nedovic is battling a calf injury. While other members of the squad arrived in Berlin on Friday, the newly-signed Crvena Zvezda mts Belgrade guard flew to Madrid to undergo treatment for an injured calf muscle.
Nikola Jokic's Serbia overcomes Poland to claim first place in Group D

2022-09-08

Nikola Jokic-led Serbia (5-0) recorded the perfect record in the group stage, defeating Poland (3-2) in a fight for the first Group D place, 96-69 (28-14, 24-19, 20-17, 24-19). Serbia will face Italy in the Round of 16, while Poland will meet Ukraine.
EuroBasket playoff scenarios for teams from Groups C and D

2022-09-08

With the teams from Groups C and D set to battle both for the playoff seeding and the playoff spots, there are multiple scenarios of how today's matches can impact the playoff matchups. First, let's take a look at how the tiebreakers will be decided in the groups.
Svetislav Pesic hints at Milutinov's start, provides update on Nedovic

2022-09-08

Serbia will face Poland in the last match of the group stage of EuroBasket 2022 today.  Heading into the game, Serbia comfortably sits in first place in Group D. However, there are some issues within the team, mainly with injuries among the players.
EuroBasket might be over for Nemanja Nedovic

2022-09-07

The Serbian national team guard Nemanja Nedovic was injured during the match against Israel on Tuesday night and left the floor during the second quarter. Due to the ruptured muscle, he will not be able to play until the end of the competition, according to Dorde Matic of Mozzart Sport.
Nikola Jokic's 29-point double-double leads Serbia past Israel

2022-09-06

Nikola Jokic completed the perfect first half with a dominant second to lead Serbia (4-0) past Israel (2-2) 89-78 (24-18, 26-20, 15-20, 24-20). Nikola Jokic continued in the steps of Giannis Antetokounmpo. The Joker finished the game with 29 points on near-perfect 11-for-13 shooting. He also grabbed 11 rebounds to record a double-double, while adding 5 assists and 4 steals at the same time.
Svetislav Pesic provides update regarding Marinkovic and Milutinov

2022-09-06

Vanja Marinkovic and Nikola Milutinov were the players, who didn't appear on the court in yesterday's match, where Serbia demolished Finland by 30 points. Coach Svetislav Pesic gave an update regarding both players' status after the last game.
Nikola Jokic's Serbia demolishes Finland to stay undefeated

2022-09-05

The Serbian national team (3-0) did not have much trouble against Lauri Markkanen and Finland (1-2) in their Monday night win with a final score of 100-70 (33-22, 29-12, 14-14, 24-22). The game was out of reach for Finland in the second already. Serbia won the second quarter 29-12 and had already a 28-point lead (62-34) after the first half of the game.
Nikola Jokic notches double-double to pace Serbia past Czech Republic

2022-09-03

Serbia (2-0) got the job done for the second straight time, this time beating one of four EuroBasket 2022 host countries, the Czech Republic (0-2), in Prague, 81-68 (20-15, 23-10, 17-24, 21-19).
Nikola Jokic leads Serbia past Netherlands in his EuroBasket debut

2022-09-02

Serbia opened EuroBasket 2022 group stage with a convincing 100-76 (31-21, 20-17, 24-23, 25-15) victory over the Netherlands in Prague, Czech Republic. Nikola Jokic and Vanja Marinkovic powered Serbia to a strong 13-4 start. Eventually, the Balkan powerhouse was 12 points ahead (25-13), as Serbia's lead grew up to 17 points (38-21) at the start of the second quarter.
Why Pesic cut Teodosic from the Serbian NT and was he wrong?

2022-09-02

August 8th was a calm day with little basketball going on. National teams were starting to think about their first friendly games with full rosters when the blockbuster news leaked - Milos Teodosic is cut from the Serbian national team.
Vasilije Micic about teams in Group D: 'Everyone can have a good day'

2022-09-02

Serbia is one of the favorites to win EuroBasket 2022. The reigning NBA MVP Nikola Jokic coupled with the current EuroLeague MVP Vasilije Micic is a duo very few teams want to face.
Nikola Milutinov to miss start of EuroBasket

2022-09-01

The Serbian national team began their trip to Prague without Nikola Milutinov, who will miss the first two games due to a virus, as reported by Mozzart Sport. The center should join the team on Sunday if everything goes as planned.
Nemanja Bjelica is excluded from Serbia's final 12-man roster

2022-08-31

The head coach of the Serbian national team, Svetislav Pesic, has announced the final 12-man roster for EuroBasket 2022. Most notably, Nemanja Bjelica has been left out of the squad. Although it was hoped that the experienced forward would be able to come back for the major tournament, the rehabilitation process was not able to be completed as quickly.
Jan Vesely: 'Nikola Jokic can be defended, we'll see on Saturday'

2022-08-31

Nikola Jokic is a two-time NBA MVP and one of the best basketball players in the world. Many defenses find it hard to stop him with the only hope being to contain him. Serbia will battle against the Czech Republic on Saturday in EuroBasket 2022. One of the leaders of the team the Serbians will face, Jan Vesely, has a different opinion about the Denver Nuggets superstar.
Nemanja Nedovic about his current health: 'There are no problems'

2022-08-30

Nemanja Nedovic missed both Serbia's matches in the 2023 FIBA World Cup Qualifiers last week and is now uncertain to go to EuroBasket 2022. However, the new Crvena Zvezda mts Belgrade guard expects to participate in the grandest stage of international basketball this September.
Svetislav Pesic responds to Ataman: 'Not every contact is a foul'

2022-08-28

Turkey mounted a 21-point comeback in the second half against Serbia but it was not enough to capture a victory. However, it was the referees who were at the center of attention after the match.
Ergin Ataman bashes referees: 'FIBA needs to investigate this game'

2022-08-28

Turkey made an incredible 21-point comeback against Serbia in the Second Round of the 2023 FIBA World Cup Qualifiers today but it was not enough to capture the victory.
Serbia overcomes a fiery 21-point comeback from Turkey amid late-game chaos

2022-08-28

Turkey (2-5) made an unbelievable 21-point comeback but it was not enough to overcome Serbia (3-3), and the guests captured a win in the Sinan Erdem Dome 79-72 (26-11, 21-17, 18-27, 14-17).
Nikola Milutinov on Jokic and Giannis: 'They're the two best players in the world'

2022-08-27

Nikola Milutinov had been struggling with an injury a few weeks prior to the 2023 World Cup qualifiers. Luckily for Serbia and coach Svetislav Pesic, the experienced big man managed to overcome the hump and turn into one of his team's main pillars in a hard-fought win against Greece in Belgrade on Thursday night.
Vasilije Micic will travel to Istanbul, might play against Turkey

2022-08-27

At first sight, Vasilije Micic's injury during Serbia's 2023 World Cup Qualifiers game against Greece on Thursday night didn't look good. The Anadolu Efes star was groaning in pain and had to be carried off the court as he was unable to step on his foot after he sprained his right ankle in the second quarter.
Bogdan Bogdanovic names Serbia as favorite to win medal, hopes for gold

2022-08-26

Before the upcoming EuroBasket 2022, Bogdan Bogdanovic believes that Serbia is the favorite to win the medal and hopes his country will win the title. However, Serbia will have to do it without Bogdanovic, who will miss the EuroBasket due to an injury.
Aleksej Pokusevski: 'Holmgren will recover and show everyone why he's No. 2 pick'

2022-08-26

Aleksej Pokusevski was one of the guests who watched the incredible battle between Serbia and Greece. The 20-year-old found a few minutes for the media and discussed a couple of topics.
Svetislav Pesic gives an update on Vasilije Micic injury

2022-08-26

Serbia achieved a great win over Greece in FIBA World Cup 2023 qualifiers, but a concerning Vasilije Micic injury left a bittersweet taste. Micic, a back-to-back EuroLeague Final Four MVP, injured his right ankle at the end of the second quarter after awkwardly landing on the court. He left the court only with the help of the Serbian national team staff.
Nikola Jokic pushes Serbia past Giannis Antetokounmpo and Greece in overtime

2022-08-25

Nikola Jokic leads the Serbian National team (2-3) to an important victory over Giannis Antetokounmpo's Greece (3-2) in the World Cup 2023 qualifiers game with a final score of 100-94 (31-25, 20-19, 19-19, 17-24, 13-7).
Vasilije Micic gets injured in WC qualifiers game against Greece

2022-08-25

Vasilije Micic got injured during the World Cup qualifiers game against Greece and was carried out of the court with 3:24 left in the second quarter. At first look, it seems that the Serbian national team point guard has sprained his ankle. The game was tied at 42 points a piece when the injury happened.
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Statistics


2023/2024

GM 2P M/A 3P M/A FT M/A REB AS ST TO BS RBS PF RF PTS
Olympics 6 60.7%
145/239
35.1%
60/171
78.7%
96/122
38.8
28.3/10.5
24.2 8.7 13.3 3 - 18 - 94.3


2022/2023

GM 2P M/A 3P M/A FT M/A REB AS ST TO BS RBS PF RF PTS
FIBA WC 8 66.7%
190/285
37.7%
80/212
78.3%
141/180
34
25.5/8.5
23.8 9.1 11.8 2.9 - 17.6 - 95.1


2021/2022

GM 2P M/A 3P M/A FT M/A REB AS ST TO BS RBS PF RF PTS
FIBA WC Q 2 53.2%
42/79
42%
21/50
71.1%
32/45
33.5
23.5/10
22.5 8 14 1 - 19 - 89.5
EuroBasket 6 59.3%
127/214
40.6%
65/160
81.1%
103/127
34.7
23.8/10.8
22.7 8.7 11.3 2.3 - 17.2 - 92


2020/2021

GM 2P M/A 3P M/A FT M/A REB AS ST TO BS RBS PF RF PTS
OQT 4 59.9%
91/152
36.5%
38/104
78.8%
78/99
36.8
26.8/10
25.3 5 12 3.5 0 18.5 - 93.5


2019/2020

GM 2P M/A 3P M/A FT M/A REB AS ST TO BS RBS PF RF PTS


2018/2019

GM 2P M/A 3P M/A FT M/A REB AS ST TO BS RBS PF RF PTS
FIBA WC 8 62.6%
179/286
40.5%
81/200
80%
152/190
39
28.3/10.8
25.4 7.1 14.1 2.9 - 20.1 - 94.1


2017/2018

GM 2P M/A 3P M/A FT M/A REB AS ST TO BS RBS PF RF PTS


2016/2017

GM 2P M/A 3P M/A FT M/A REB AS ST TO BS RBS PF RF PTS
EuroBasket 9 55.8%
207/371
32.9%
55/167
77.1%
162/210
38.4
25.8/12.7
20.8 6.4 11.2 2.2 - 21.9 - 82.3


2015/2016

GM 2P M/A 3P M/A FT M/A REB AS ST TO BS RBS PF RF PTS
Olympics 8 53.9%
178/330
33.1%
59/178
77.2%
132/171
36.1
25.3/10.9
22.1 8.4 14.6 2.1 - 24.6 - 83.1


2014/2015

GM 2P M/A 3P M/A FT M/A REB AS ST TO BS RBS PF RF PTS
EuroBasket 9 63.4%
192/303
30.1%
71/236
77.4%
151/195
35.9
27.1/8.8
23 5.4 11.7 2.2 0 22.6 22.3 83.1


2013/2014

GM 2P M/A 3P M/A FT M/A REB AS ST TO BS RBS PF RF PTS
FIBA WC 9 55.8%
206/369
37%
64/173
69.5%
139/200
32.1
23.3/8.8
16.8 6.2 11.9 1.6 - 22.3 - 82.6


2012/2013

GM 2P M/A 3P M/A FT M/A REB AS ST TO BS RBS PF RF PTS
EuroBasket 11 51.1%
224/438
31.8%
68/214
65.4%
157/240
32.9
23.6/9.3
13.5 4 12 2.5 - 22.4 - 73.5


2010/2011

GM 2P M/A 3P M/A FT M/A REB AS ST TO BS RBS PF RF PTS
EuroBasket 11 52.5%
223/425
34.1%
77/226
78.6%
184/234
34.5
24.9/9.5
16.5 4.6 14 1.3 - 21.5 - 78.3


2009/2010

GM 2P M/A 3P M/A FT M/A REB AS ST TO BS RBS PF RF PTS
FIBA WC 9 56.1%
193/344
39.6%
89/225
74.6%
147/197
36.8
26.1/10.7
18.1 6.9 12.7 2.1 - 20.3 - 88.9


2008/2009

GM 2P M/A 3P M/A FT M/A REB AS ST TO BS RBS PF RF PTS
EuroBasket 9 50%
158/316
33.3%
69/207
77%
157/204
34.2
23.6/10.7
16.1 7.6 12.6 2.3 - 24.7 - 75.6


2006/2007

GM 2P M/A 3P M/A FT M/A REB AS ST TO BS RBS PF RF PTS
EuroBasket 3 46.5%
60/129
23.8%
15/63
64.1%
50/78
39.7
26.3/13.3
10 7.7 11.7 4.3 - 27 - 71.7


2005/2006

GM 2P M/A 3P M/A FT M/A REB AS ST TO BS RBS PF RF PTS
FIBA WC 6 49.3%
135/274
40.4%
44/109
75.2%
82/109
33
23.7/9.3
12.8 7.3 13.3 5 - 23 - 80.7


2004/2005

GM 2P M/A 3P M/A FT M/A REB AS ST TO BS RBS PF RF PTS
EuroBasket 4 53.6%
75/140
33.3%
28/84
72.6%
82/113
34.8
26/7
13 7.5 14 2.8 - 24.5 - 79


2002/2003

GM 2P M/A 3P M/A FT M/A REB AS ST TO BS RBS PF RF PTS
EuroBasket 7 48.7%
115/236
38.2%
63/165
67.8%
118/174
32.4
19.3/13.1
10.1 3.6 16 2 - 27 - 76.7
Records
Seasons:   All | 24/25 | 23/24 | 22/23 | 21/22 | 20/21 | 19/20 | 18/19 | 17/18 | 16/17 | 15/16 | 14/15 | 13/14 | 12/13 | 11/12 | 10/11 | 09/10 | 08/09 | 06/07 | 05/06 | 04/05 | 03/04 | 02/03

FIBA EuroBasket

Average recors - all seasons
Efficiency 2014-2015 98.9
Points 2021-2022 92
Rebounds 2006-2007 39.7
Assists 2021-2022 22.7
Steals 2021-2022 8.7
Blocks 2006-2007 4.3
2-pointers made 2016-2017 23
3-pointers made 2021-2022 10.8
Free throws made 2004-2005 20.5
Average recors - all seasons
Efficiency Nikola Jokic
2021/2022
29.2
Points Nikola Jokic
2021/2022
21.7
Rebounds Nikola Jokic
2021/2022
10
Assists Vasilije Micic
2021/2022
7.5
Steals Zoran Erceg
2006/2007
2
Blocks Darko Milicic
2006/2007
3.3
2-pointers made Nikola Jokic
2021/2022
6.8
3-pointers made Milan Gurovic
2002/2003
2.9
Free throws made Igor Rakocevic
2004/2005
6
Schedule
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