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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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Nebojsa Covic reportedly a candidate to take over Serbia's basketball federation

2024-08-27

It has been confirmed earlier this month that legendary Predrag Danilovic will leave KSS (Basketball Federation of Serbia) this year. According to Sportski Zurnal, there is a shortlist of potential candidates ready to replace Danilovic. Most notably, one of the names mentioned is Nebojsa Covic, current president of Crvena Zvezda Meridianbet Belgrade.
Kalinic confirms he rejected Partizan's offer

2024-08-25

Nikola Kalinic has clarified recent misunderstandings about his status with the Serbian national basketball team during an interview with the 6.75 Podcast. Contrary to reports, he emphasized that he has not officially retired and explained his decision to take a break this summer.
Nikola Jokic reportedly bought 11 Rolex watches for his teammates

2024-08-24

Serbia is still celebrating the bronze medal won by their basketball team at the 2024 Paris Olympics, and the players continue to be showered with gifts. According to Blic, Nikola Jokic surprised all his teammates with brand-new Rolex watches during their time in Paris. The report states that the model Jokic chose is valued at $32,500 each, bringing the total cost to $375,500 for all the watches.
Plavsic on playing in Crvena Zvezda: 'My parents thought me that this is the right path'

2024-08-23

Speaking in an interview with Telesport, Uros Plavsic described the recent period as a remarkable journey. He joined Crvena Zvezda, participated in the Olympics, and he was on Serbia's bronze medal team. Reflecting on the tournament, he expressed gratitude for the opportunity to train alongside elite players like Nikola Jokic and Nikola Milutinov.
Strahinja Jokic faces charges for fan assault

2024-08-22

Strahinja Jokic, the elder brother of two-time NBA MVP Nikola Jokic, is facing legal trouble after a video surfaced on social media showing him striking a fan in the face according to The Denver Post. The incident occurred during Game 2 of the NBA playoffs at Denver’s Ball Arena last April, where the Denver Nuggets were playing against the Los Angeles Lakers.
August FIBA ranking: Serbia rises to second spot, USA remains first

2024-08-15

USA claimed gold at the Men's Olympic Basketball Tournament Paris 2024 and protected their lead at the top of the ranking, while Serbia jumped up two spots to get to the second spot with a total of 758.9 points, overtaking Germany
At 74, Svetislav Pesic declares: 'I've been surprising people for 40 years now'

2024-08-15

After a bronze medal at the Paris 2024 Olympics, Serbian Olympians, including the national basketball team, took a well-deserved break. For instance, coach Svetislav Pesic made his way to his hometown of Pirot after the celebrations in Belgrade.
Aleksa Avramovic on Serbia's win: 'Happiest bronze medal awarding in history'

2024-08-14

Days after the Serbian national team won the bronze medal at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games, the team's guard, Aleksa Avramovic, was greeted by thousands of people in his hometown of Cacak. Avramovic was named the best defender of the Olympics and was instrumental in Serbia's game throughout the entire competition.
Jokic father explains why Nikola loves simple life, rejects new friendships

2024-08-14

Nikola Jokic recently secured a bronze medal with Serbia in the Paris 2024 Olympics, but instead of spending much time celebrating this significant achievement for his country, he quickly turned his attention to enjoying horse racing.
Sasa Obradovic praises Serbia's run in Olympics, talks crucial referees' decisions

2024-08-14

Sasa Obradovic, the former Serbian basketball player and current AS Monaco coach, expressed his pride in the Serbian Olympic basketball team during an interview with Kurir. Reflecting on the team's performance, he emphasized how much it meant to see such strong representation on the world stage. "It is a great honor and pride to have such representation of athletes," he noted.
Predrag Danilovic to step down as President of Serbian Federation

2024-08-13

Predrag Danilovic has been the head of the Serbian Basketball Federation for almost 8 years. A new leader will replace him this year. According to Meridian Sport, Danilovic will step down from his position of president before his term expires in December.
Bogdan Bogdanovic recalls heated moment with LeBron: 'We exchanged swears'

2024-08-12

Serbia won the bronze medal at the recently concluded Paris 2024 Olympics, but the highlight of their campaign was arguably the semifinal showdown with Team USA, where they nearly pulled off an upset against the star-studded American squad.
Svetislav Pesic warns Serbian basketball: 'Our system is totally out of date'

2024-08-12

Despite Serbia's strong finishes in the 2023 FIBA World Cup (second place) and the Paris 2024 Olympics (bronze), head coach Svetislav Pesic warns against getting overhyped. He highlights the need to address and fix various issues in Serbian basketball.
Serbian players to receive government prize money for winning Olympic bronze medal

2024-08-11

The Government of the Republic of Serbia made a decision to award a monetary award to the athletes that stepped on the podium at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games. Every member of the men's basketball team will receive a prize worth 60,000 euros in dinar equivalent for the bronze medal won. The same amount will be awarded to head coach Svetislav Pesic.
Svetislav Pesic: 'Final was supposed to be between Serbia and Germany'

2024-08-11

Serbia defeated Germany in the bronze-medal game in the 2024 Paris Olympic Games on Saturday. The head coaches of both teams agree - it could've been the final.
Aleksa Avramovic named Best Defensive Player of Olympics basketball

2024-08-10

Serbia has impressed whole basketball world at this year's Olympics, winning a bronze medal against Germany earlier today, after previously beating Australia and narrowly losing to Team USA. And after Nikola Jokic was selected in the best five of the tournament, it's absolutely deserving that he's not the only one from Serbia coming back home with an accolade.
Serbia Basketball Olympics 2024: roster, schedule and scores

2024-08-10

The 2024 Paris Olympic basketball tournament is around the corner, and the Serbian national team, alongside its star Nikola Jokic, is set to begin its Olympic journey soon.
Bogdanovic and Pesic make media laugh, explain Melo's celebration against USA

2024-08-10

Following Serbia's bronze medal victory over Germany at the Paris Olympics, team captain Bogdan Bogdanovic shared locker room moments with head coach Svetislav Pesic, whose influence was particularly notable after the team's hurtful semifinal loss to the USA. While recalling the events following a game against the NBA stars, Bogdanovic emphasized Pesic's role.
Marko Guduric and Vanja Marinkovic celebrate redemption over Germany

2024-08-10

Following Serbia's bronze medal victory over Germany, Marko Guduric and Vanja Marinkovic shared their thoughts on the team's performance and the importance of the win. Both players were pleased with how the team rebounded emotionally after the semifinal loss to the United States, focusing on their collective strength and determination.
Schroder bids emotional farewell to Herbert, reveals successor in place

2024-08-10

Following Germany's bronze medal game loss at the Paris Olympics, Dennis Schroder delivered an emotional farewell to national team head coach Gordon Herbert, leaving the veteran coach visibly emotional.
Svetislav Pesic leaves door open to stay as Serbia's head coach

2024-08-10

Serbian national team head coach Svetislav Pesic has hinted at the possibility of continuing in his role after the Paris 2024 Olympics, leaving uncertainty about his future with the team. While his contract with the Serbian Basketball Federation is set to expire following the Olympics, Pesic acknowledged that he is unsure what the future holds for him beyond that point.
Petrusev reveals goal for EuroBasket 2025 and lessons learned from Jokic and Bogi

2024-08-10

Serbia achieved a sweet revenge against Germany in the bronze-medal game at the Paris 2024 Olympics, defeating the reigning world champions 93-83. This victory came a year after their loss to Germany in the FIBA World Cup 2023 final and just days after nearly upsetting Team USA.
Bogdan Bogdanovic calls bronze-winning Serbia one of the best teams he played for

2024-08-10

Following Serbia's victory over Germany to claim the bronze medal, captain Bogdan Bogdanovic shared his emotions and reflections on the team's journey. "What can I say? I'm overjoyed," Bogdanovic told RTS after the game, expressing the deep sense of fulfillment that came with the win.
Aleksa Avramovic: 'Nikola Jokic is the best player in this decade'

2024-08-10

Aleksa Avramovic once again played the role of a defensive bully. 13 points, 5 rebounds, 4 assists, and 4 steals en route to Olympic bronze, defeating the reigning World champions Germany. For 29-year-old Avramovic, it was his first Olympic medal.
Vasilije Micic on winning Olympics bronze medal: 'It shines like gold'

2024-08-10

After Serbia's victory over Germany (93-83) to secure the bronze medal, Vasilije Micic shared his thoughts with RTS on the team's accomplishment. Speaking with conviction, Micic stressed that the most important aspect of the tournament was winning the medal, downplaying any concerns about his individual statistics.
Nikola Jokic collects Olympic triple-double, joins LeBron and Doncic

2024-08-10

Nikola Jokic dominated the game once again, leading the Serbian national team to an Olympic bronze medal. Along the way, he registered a triple-double, a rarity at the Olympic Games. Jokic scored 16 points on 7-for-15 shooting (6/13 2PT), grabbed 12 rebounds, and dished out 11 assists en route to a 93-83 victory over World champion Germany.
Nikola Jokic records triple-double as Serbia claims Olympics bronze

2024-08-10

Serbia national team claimed its first-ever bronze medal in the Olympics basketball tournament. Previously, Serbia, as an independent country, won silver in the 2016 Rio Games. In the 2024 Paris Olympics basketball tournament bronze medal game, Serbia defeated Germany 93-83 (30-21, 16-17, 26-25, 21-20).
Serbia vs Germany live: Jokic, Serbia win Olympics bronze medal

2024-08-10

Serbia and Germany are set to clash for the bronze medal at the Paris 2024 Olympics, with tip-off scheduled for 11:00 a.m. CET/5 a.m. ET at Bercy Arena in Paris. The previous encounters between Serbia and Germany have set the stage for a highly competitive matchup. In their last meeting in the World Cup final last year, Serbia fell short despite a strong performance.
Serbia outplayed Team USA in semifinal, says Serbian legend Igor Rakocevic

2024-08-09

The emotions following the Paris 2024 Olympic semifinal between Team USA and Serbia remain intense. Amid the growing debate over some questionable referees' decisions late in the game, Serbian basketball legend Igor Rakocevic has voiced doubts about the outcome.
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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
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